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Trains from Shrewsbury (SHR) to Barnstaple (BNP)

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25

train journeys
per day

126

miles (203 kms)

5hrs 37 mins

fastest journey

05:40 / 00:50

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Shrewsbury (SHR) to Barnstaple (BNP)

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On a typical weekday there are 25 scheduled rail journeys between Shrewsbury and Barnstaple , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 25 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Shrewsbury to Barnstaple is approximately 126 miles (203 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 41 mins.

CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Shrewsbury and Barnstaple.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Shrewsbury to Barnstaple. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 37 mins.

Journeys from Shrewsbury to Barnstaple Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:40
    5 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    11:25
    Shrewsbury
    Barnstaple
    Shrewsbury to Barnstaple
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:40
    5 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    12:25
    Shrewsbury
    Barnstaple
    Shrewsbury to Barnstaple
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:48
    5 hrs 37 mins 3 changes
    12:25
    Shrewsbury
    Barnstaple
    Shrewsbury to Barnstaple
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:40
    5 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    13:28
    Shrewsbury
    Barnstaple
    Shrewsbury to Barnstaple
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:46
    5 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    13:28
    Shrewsbury
    Barnstaple
    Shrewsbury to Barnstaple
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:40
    5 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    14:27
    Shrewsbury
    Barnstaple
    Shrewsbury to Barnstaple
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:44
    5 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    14:27
    Shrewsbury
    Barnstaple
    Shrewsbury to Barnstaple
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:40
    5 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    15:25
    Shrewsbury
    Barnstaple
    Shrewsbury to Barnstaple
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:44
    5 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    15:25
    Shrewsbury
    Barnstaple
    Shrewsbury to Barnstaple
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:40
    5 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    16:25
    Shrewsbury
    Barnstaple
    Shrewsbury to Barnstaple
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:40
    5 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    17:28
    Shrewsbury
    Barnstaple
    Shrewsbury to Barnstaple
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:44
    5 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    17:28
    Shrewsbury
    Barnstaple
    Shrewsbury to Barnstaple
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:34
    5 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    18:33
    Shrewsbury
    Barnstaple
    Shrewsbury to Barnstaple
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:40
    5 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    18:33
    Shrewsbury
    Barnstaple
    Shrewsbury to Barnstaple
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:42
    5 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    18:33
    Shrewsbury
    Barnstaple
    Shrewsbury to Barnstaple
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:40
    5 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    19:31
    Shrewsbury
    Barnstaple
    Shrewsbury to Barnstaple
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:46
    5 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    19:31
    Shrewsbury
    Barnstaple
    Shrewsbury to Barnstaple
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:40
    5 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    20:32
    Shrewsbury
    Barnstaple
    Shrewsbury to Barnstaple
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:40
    5 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    21:33
    Shrewsbury
    Barnstaple
    Shrewsbury to Barnstaple
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:44
    5 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    21:33
    Shrewsbury
    Barnstaple
    Shrewsbury to Barnstaple

About Shrewsbury Station

Station name Shrewsbury (SHR)
Address Shrewsbury station, Castle Foregate, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY1 2DQ
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:20 - 20:40
Saturday 05:20 - 19:40
Sunday 07:20 - 19:40
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
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 Shrewsbury and Barnstaple

The travel time between Shrewsbury and Barnstaple by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 41 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 37 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Shrewsbury and Barnstaple vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 25 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:40, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:50.

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

Amenities on trains between Shrewsbury 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 Shrewsbury & Barnstaple. owever, there are 25 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Shrewsbury and Barnstaple.

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