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Trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Barnstaple (BNP)

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16

train journeys
per day

47

miles (77 kms)

3hrs 25 mins

fastest journey

06:34 / 23:41

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Barnstaple (BNP)

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Queen Street and Barnstaple , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 16 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Queen Street to Barnstaple is approximately 47 miles (77 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 8 mins.

CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Queen Street and Barnstaple.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Queen Street to Barnstaple. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 25 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Queen Street to Barnstaple Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:34
    3 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    10:28
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Barnstaple
    Cardiff Queen Street to Barnstaple
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:16
    4 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    11:25
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Barnstaple
    Cardiff Queen Street to Barnstaple
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:20
    4 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    12:25
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Barnstaple
    Cardiff Queen Street to Barnstaple
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:16
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    13:28
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Barnstaple
    Cardiff Queen Street to Barnstaple
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:16
    4 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    14:27
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Barnstaple
    Cardiff Queen Street to Barnstaple
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:15
    4 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    15:25
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Barnstaple
    Cardiff Queen Street to Barnstaple
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:16
    4 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    16:25
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Barnstaple
    Cardiff Queen Street to Barnstaple
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:16
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    17:28
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Barnstaple
    Cardiff Queen Street to Barnstaple
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:16
    4 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    18:33
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Barnstaple
    Cardiff Queen Street to Barnstaple
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:06
    3 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    19:31
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Barnstaple
    Cardiff Queen Street to Barnstaple
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:11
    4 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    20:32
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Barnstaple
    Cardiff Queen Street to Barnstaple
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:15
    4 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    21:33
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Barnstaple
    Cardiff Queen Street to Barnstaple
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:16
    4 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    22:37
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Barnstaple
    Cardiff Queen Street to Barnstaple
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    21:53
    8 hrs 26 mins 4 changes
    06:19
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Barnstaple
    Cardiff Queen Street to Barnstaple
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:04
    9 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    08:25
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Barnstaple
    Cardiff Queen Street to Barnstaple
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:36
    10 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    10:28
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Barnstaple
    Cardiff Queen Street to Barnstaple

About Cardiff Queen Street Station

Station name Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)
Address Cardiff Queen Street station, Station Terrace, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 4EY
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 07:40 - 18:00
Tuesday 07:40 - 18:00
Wednesday 07:40 - 18:00
Thursday 07:40 - 18:00
Friday 07:40 - 18:00
Saturday 07:40 - 18:00
Sunday 10:00 - 15:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Barnstaple Station

Station name Barnstaple (BNP)
Address Barnstaple station, Station Road, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 2AU
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 17:50
Saturday 06:15 - 17:50
Sunday 09:20 - 16:40
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Barnstaple

The travel time between Cardiff Queen Street and Barnstaple by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 8 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 25 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Barnstaple vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 16 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:34, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:41.

First class tickets on trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Barnstaple typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Barnstaple can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Cardiff Queen Street & Barnstaple. owever, there are 16 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Queen Street and Barnstaple.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Barnstaple, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.