The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Barnstaple
Cheapest price
$60
Average price
$103
Fastest journey
3 h 20 m
Average duration
3 h 22 m
Trains per day
17
Distance
278 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Barnstaple is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Barnstaple will cost around $103 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $60.
It's difficult to get from London to Barnstaple without transferring at least once.
L79417+
Y41547+
C931294:08 PM6h29London Victoria (VIC)10:37 PMBarnstaple station (BNP)$601One-way2 transfers
L79384+
Y415321:20 PM5h13London Waterloo (WAT)6:33 PMBarnstaple station (BNP)$611One-way1 transfer
W34842 · Y415477:04 PM3h33London Paddington (PAD)10:37 PMBarnstaple station (BNP)$651One-way1 transfer
W34771 · G1515811:45 PM6h34London Paddington (PAD)6:19 AMBarnstaple station (BNP)$671One-way1 transfer
L79395+
Y415362:20 PM5h11London Waterloo (WAT)7:31 PMBarnstaple station (BNP)$681One-way1 transfer
G14983 · Y4152012:05 PM3h20London Paddington (PAD)3:25 PMBarnstaple station (BNP)$981One-way1 transfer
G14989 · Y415089:03 AM3h22London Paddington (PAD)12:25 PMBarnstaple station (BNP)$1901One-way1 transfer
W34782 · Y415038:03 AM3h22London Paddington (PAD)11:25 AMBarnstaple station (BNP)$1901One-way1 transfer
W34809 · Y415241:03 PM3h23London Paddington (PAD)4:26 PMBarnstaple station (BNP)$921One-way1 transfer
W34814 · Y415282:03 PM3h25London Paddington (PAD)5:28 PMBarnstaple station (BNP)$981One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for London to Barnstaple
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London 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 3h 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, and a flight costs an average of $24.
Distance: 172 miles (278 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$79 Average price | $42 Average price Cheapest | $290 Average price | $90 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 27m Average total duration Fastest 3h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 8m Average total duration 5h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 1m Average total duration 4h 1m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from London to Barnstaple:
A bus is $37 (€30) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Barnstaple costing on average $79 (€64).
A bus is $247 (€200) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Barnstaple costing on average $290 (€234).
Other travel options to Barnstaple take longer:
Flight takes on average 4h 1m.
Bus takes on average 5h 38m.
The journey is about 7m faster (3h 57m by train vs 4h 4m by car) and roughly $10 (€8) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($79 (€64) vs $90 (€72)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
London to Barnstaple train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Barnstaple trains for tomorrow, Thursday, June 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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G14977 · Y41498 | 6:00 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 4h29 | 10:29 AM Barnstaple station (BNP) | 1 transfer | |
L79315+ Y41508 | 7:10 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 5h15 | 12:25 PM Barnstaple station (BNP) | 1 transfer | |
W34782 · Y41503 | 8:03 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h22 | 11:25 AM Barnstaple station (BNP) | 1 transfer | |
L79329+ Y41512 | 8:20 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 5h09 | 1:29 PM Barnstaple station (BNP) | 1 transfer | |
G14989 · Y41508 | 9:03 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h22 | 12:25 PM Barnstaple station (BNP) | 1 transfer | |
L79342+ Y41516 | 9:20 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 5h07 | 2:27 PM Barnstaple station (BNP) | 1 transfer | |
W34791 · Y41512 | 10:03 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h26 | 1:29 PM Barnstaple station (BNP) | 1 transfer | |
L79352+ Y41520 | 10:20 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 5h05 | 3:25 PM Barnstaple station (BNP) | 1 transfer | |
G14983 · Y41520 | 12:05 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h20 | 3:25 PM Barnstaple station (BNP) | 1 transfer | |
L79372+ Y41528 | 12:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 5h08 | 5:28 PM Barnstaple station (BNP) | 1 transfer | |
W34809 · Y41524 | 1:03 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h23 | 4:26 PM Barnstaple station (BNP) | 1 transfer | |
L79384+ Y41532 | 1:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 5h13 | 6:33 PM Barnstaple station (BNP) | 1 transfer | |
W34814 · Y41528 | 2:03 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h25 | 5:28 PM Barnstaple station (BNP) | 1 transfer | |
L79395+ Y41536 | 2:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 5h11 | 7:31 PM Barnstaple station (BNP) | 1 transfer | |
L79417+ Y41547+ C93129 | 4:08 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 6h29 | 10:37 PM Barnstaple station (BNP) | 2 transfers | |
W34842 · Y41547 | 7:04 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h33 | 10:37 PM Barnstaple station (BNP) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Barnstaple
Trains from London to Barnstaple run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $30 (€25) but you can travel from only $20 (€16) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 172 miles (278 km) distance in 3h 20m.
Distance 172 miles (278 km) |
Average train duration 3h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€25) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 20m |
First train 12:07 AM |
Last train 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from London to Barnstaple trainsGreat Western Railway, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between London and Barnstaple from $20 (€16). 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 London to Barnstaple
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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 London to Barnstaple
- 24/7
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11.
- Type of shops available: News agent Flower stall Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Mini supermarket Pharmacy Convenience store High street shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Wasabi
- The Beer House
- Barburrito
- Upper Crust
- The Mad Bishop & Bear (Fullers)
- The Pasty Shop
- Burger King
- Pret a Manger
- The Savanna
- Soboro Bakery
- & more
- Taxi: The taxi deck is situated above Platform 12 and is accessed via the concourse and platform 12, which has escalators and lifts to the upper level to the covered marshalled taxi rank. A queuing system is in operation. There is also a separate collection point for pre-booked taxis and a drop off point
- Accessible taxis: All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair. There is also a separate collection point for prebooked taxis also further away from the lifts.
- Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms' 1 and 12. A Changing Places facility is located on Platform 12. There are dedicated breastfeeding rooms / Parent & Baby rooms; within the Ladies toilets on Platform 1 within the public toilets on Platform 12.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 12.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Hilton London Paddington
- Mercure London Paddington Hotel
- The Pilgrm
- Waiting rooms location: Platform 12
- 24/7
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform 8/9 and 10
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near Platform 1.
- Underground lines: Bakerloo Line, Circle Line, District Line, Hammersmith Line
- Bus lines: N7, 23, 27, N27, 36, 205, N205, 332, 7, 46, A1, 18, N18
- Train lines: Great Western Main Line, Heathrow Express
- Metro: Tube Lines.
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day Tickets bought in advance online or from South Western Railway telesales can be collected at Ticket Office or at Self-Serve Ticket Machines.
- Type of shops available: A wide range of shops including convenience store, supermarket, pharmacy, newsagent, bookseller, clothing, gifts, travel accessories and passport photobooth.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The entrance to the public toilets is on the main concourse opposite platform 18, and these facilities have an accessible toilet and baby changing facilities. There is a another accessible toilet outside exit 3 operated by a RADAR key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The entrance to the public toilets is on the main concourse opposite platform 18, and these facilities have an accessible toilet and baby changing facilities. There is a another accessible toilet outside exit 3 operated by a RADAR key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Cycle storage is located outside exit 3 on Station Approach / Cab Road.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Onward travel information: Waterloo is well connected to London's public transport network. Waterloo Underground station serves the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines. Plan a journey - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk) Buses depart from several points around the station. All Transport for London Buses are accessible with step free access and have a dedicated mobility space. Buses from Waterloo (tfl.gov.uk) The station has a dedicated taxi rank for London Black Taxis on the roadway outside exit 3. Santander Hire Bicycles are available from the docking stations outside. Santander Cycles - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk) Waterloo is within easy walking distance of the South Bank and a number of visitor attractions. Walking - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk).
- Metro: Waterloo Underground station is served by the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines. Step free access is available to and from the Jubilee Line. For more information on London Transport accessibility: Plan an accessible journey - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk).
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 21:30 Saturday 06:15 - 21:30 Sunday 07:15 - 21:30
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free access available through Brighton Yard entrance to all platforms via lifts. Step free access available through Grant Road entrance to platform 1 and 2 via lifts
- 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: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located next to the Brighton Yard entrance gateline. The National key toilets are located next to the Brighton Yard entrance gateline; 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: Waiting rooms are on platforms 1, 9/10 and 13/14
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Brighton Yard side of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Through services: Grant Road Bus Stop A All arrivals (except via Wandsworth Town): St Johns Hill Bus Stop C Arrivals via Wandsworth Town: Grant Road Bus Stop R
- 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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