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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Guildford to Barnstaple
Cheapest price
$265
Average price
$265
Fastest journey
3 h 42 m
Average duration
3 h 58 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
244 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Guildford to Barnstaple is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Guildford to Barnstaple will cost around $265 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $265.
It's difficult to get from Guildford to Barnstaple without transferring at least 2 times.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Guildford to Barnstaple
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Guildford to Barnstaple among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a train costs an average of €70.
Distance: 151 miles (244 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€70 Average price | €20 Average price Cheapest |
5h 36m Average total duration Fastest 5h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 30m Average total duration 9h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Guildford to Barnstaple train times
The table below shows live departures for Guildford to Barnstaple trains for today, Wednesday, December 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 7:22 AM Guildford | 5h06 | 12:28 PM Barnstaple | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, December 4 | |||||
| 12:04 AM Guildford | 6h15 | 6:19 AM Barnstaple | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Guildford to Barnstaple trains with Omio?
South Western Railway as well as first_great_western offer trains services from Guildford to Barnstaple. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Guildford to Barnstaple.
Why book with Omio vs South Western Railway?
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- Multiple travel company options: While South Western Railway tickets can be bought on South Western Railway's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of first_great_western to help you choose the right option for your journey from Guildford to Barnstaple.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Guildford to Barnstaple.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Guildford to Barnstaple
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Trains from Guildford to Barnstaple run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $87 (€70) but you can travel from only $24 (€20) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:25, the last at 18:38. The fastest train covers the 151 miles (244 km) distance in 5h 6m.
Distance 151 miles (244 km) |
Average train duration 5h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $87 (€70) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 5h 6m |
First train 06:25 |
Last train 18:38 |
Train companies: South Western Railway, first_great_western from Guildford to Barnstaple trainsSouth Western Railway, first_great_western trains will get you between Guildford and Barnstaple from $24 (€20). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Guildford to Barnstaple
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Guildford to Barnstaple by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Barnstaple, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Guildford to Barnstaple
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Bike Rental
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 22:00 Saturday 06:10 - 22:00 Sunday 06:20 - 22:00
- Car Park: Smart Car Spaces
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: There is level access to the booking hall and all platforms from the main entrance in Walnut Tree Close. There is no step free access from the Guildford Park Road entrance. There is step free access to and interchange between all platforms via steep ramps. A staff operated powered wheelchair is available for customers. Please speak to a member of staff or our Assisted Travel team.
- Accessible taxis: The taxi rank is located outside the main station entrance (platform 2)
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2, next to the subway ramp. The National key toilets are located on Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car parks 1 & 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus lay-by in Station Forecourt off Walnut Tree Close.
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 17:50 Saturday 06:15 - 17:50 Sunday 09:20 - 16:40
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Station Masters Cafe
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free Category A station - step free access available to the platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
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