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Trains from Exeter Central (EXC) to Barnstaple (BNP)

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17

train journeys
per day

33

miles (53 kms)

1hrs 11 mins

fastest journey

00:02 / 23:51

first / last train

14

direct trains

1

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Exeter Central (EXC) to Barnstaple (BNP)

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Exeter Central and Barnstaple , with 14 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 3 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Exeter Central to Barnstaple is approximately 33 miles (53 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 52 mins.

GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Exeter Central and Barnstaple.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Exeter Central to Barnstaple. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 11 mins.

Journeys from Exeter Central to Barnstaple Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    00:02
    6 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    06:19
    Exeter Central
    Barnstaple
    Exeter Central to Barnstaple
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:42
    1 hrs 43 mins 1 change
    08:25
    Exeter Central
    Barnstaple
    Exeter Central to Barnstaple
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:04
    1 hrs 24 mins Direct
    09:28
    Exeter Central
    Barnstaple
    Exeter Central to Barnstaple
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:14
    1 hrs 14 mins Direct
    10:28
    Exeter Central
    Barnstaple
    Exeter Central to Barnstaple
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:14
    1 hrs 11 mins Direct
    11:25
    Exeter Central
    Barnstaple
    Exeter Central to Barnstaple
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:14
    1 hrs 11 mins Direct
    12:25
    Exeter Central
    Barnstaple
    Exeter Central to Barnstaple
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:14
    1 hrs 14 mins Direct
    13:28
    Exeter Central
    Barnstaple
    Exeter Central to Barnstaple
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:12
    1 hrs 15 mins Direct
    14:27
    Exeter Central
    Barnstaple
    Exeter Central to Barnstaple
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:14
    1 hrs 11 mins Direct
    15:25
    Exeter Central
    Barnstaple
    Exeter Central to Barnstaple
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:14
    1 hrs 11 mins Direct
    16:25
    Exeter Central
    Barnstaple
    Exeter Central to Barnstaple
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:13
    1 hrs 15 mins Direct
    17:28
    Exeter Central
    Barnstaple
    Exeter Central to Barnstaple
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:15
    1 hrs 18 mins Direct
    18:33
    Exeter Central
    Barnstaple
    Exeter Central to Barnstaple
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:15
    1 hrs 16 mins Direct
    19:31
    Exeter Central
    Barnstaple
    Exeter Central to Barnstaple
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:17
    1 hrs 15 mins Direct
    20:32
    Exeter Central
    Barnstaple
    Exeter Central to Barnstaple
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:19
    1 hrs 14 mins Direct
    21:33
    Exeter Central
    Barnstaple
    Exeter Central to Barnstaple
  • Mon 29th Apr
    21:22
    1 hrs 15 mins Direct
    22:37
    Exeter Central
    Barnstaple
    Exeter Central to Barnstaple
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:48
    6 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    06:19
    Exeter Central
    Barnstaple
    Exeter Central to Barnstaple

About Exeter Central Station

Station name Exeter Central (EXC)
Address Exeter Central station, Queen Street, Exeter, Devon, EX4 3SB
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:50 - 18:15
Saturday 07:50 - 18:15
Sunday 09:30 - 16:30
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

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 Exeter Central and Barnstaple

The travel time between Exeter Central and Barnstaple by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 52 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 11 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Exeter Central and Barnstaple vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 17 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:02, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:51.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 14 direct services per day from Exeter Central to Barnstaple

GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Exeter Central and Barnstaple.

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