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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Reading to Barnstaple
Cheapest price
$73
Average price
$73
Fastest journey
3 h 33 m
Average duration
3 h 33 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
219 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading to Barnstaple is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading to Barnstaple will cost around $73 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $73.
Of the 1 trains that leave Reading for Barnstaple on Sat, Jun 20, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 219 km distance in an average of 3 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 33 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 3 h 33 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
5:01 PM3h33Reading8:34 PMBarnstaple$731One-way0 transfers
- 5:01 PM3h33Reading8:34 PMBarnstaple$731One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Reading to Barnstaple
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading to Barnstaple among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $73. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $73, and a bus costs an average of $107.
Distance: 136 miles (219 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$76 Average price Cheapest | $117 Average price | $57 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 29m Average total duration Fastest 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 0m Average total duration 8h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Reading to Barnstaple:
A train is $40 (€33) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Reading to Barnstaple costing on average $117 (€96).
Other travel options to Barnstaple take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 30m.
You'll arrive about 11m sooner (2h 59m by train vs 3h 10m by car). Tickets start at around $76 (€63) compared to roughly $57 (€47) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Reading to Barnstaple train times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Barnstaple trains for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:01 PM Reading | 3h33 | 8:34 PM Barnstaple | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading to Barnstaple
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Trains from Reading to Barnstaple run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $73 (€60) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:49, the last at 23:11. The fastest train covers the 136 miles (219 km) distance in 3h 6m.
Distance 136 miles (219 km) |
Average train duration 2h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $73 (€60) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 6m |
First train 12:49 AM |
Last train 11:11 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Reading to Barnstaple trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Reading and Barnstaple from $73 (€60). 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 Reading to Barnstaple
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading 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 Reading to Barnstaple
Most Reading to Barnstaple trains use the Reading to Barnstaple station pair. Use this guide to compare Reading and Barnstaple train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Reading station do trains to Barnstaple leave from?
Getting to Reading from Reading city centre
Reading train station facilities and services
Reading has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Reading.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Reading.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Reading.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Reading: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Reading: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: platforms can be reached via lift and bridge, ticket office is step free, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxi are available at the station entrance. please request staff assistance if you need to, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office and at the car park, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Reading West from Reading city centre
Reading West is 1 km from Reading city centre. Public transport options include:
Reading West train station facilities and services
Reading West has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Reading West.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Reading West.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Reading West: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Reading West: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading West: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category B3 - This station has a degree of step free access but only to Platform 1 and only if accessed via Tilehurst Road. Otherwise this station can be classified as Category C. 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 taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Barnstaple station do trains from Reading arrive at?
Getting to Barnstaple from Barnstaple city centre
Barnstaple train station facilities and services
Barnstaple has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Station Masters Cafe
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Barnstaple.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Barnstaple: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Barnstaple: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Barnstaple: 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.
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