How much does a train ticket cost from Barnstaple to Exeter?

The cheapest train tickets from Barnstaple to Exeter start from £10. The average price for this train route is around £10. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Barnstaple to Exeter?

The average train journey time from Barnstaple to Exeter is 1h 8m, covering a distance of 33 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 2m and is operated by Great Western Railway .

Which train operators serve the Barnstaple to Exeter route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 9 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Barnstaple to Exeter?

The earliest train from Barnstaple to Exeter departs at 07:22. And the latest train departs at 23:11.

Train Barnstaple to Exeter from £9

Next train departures

Next departures from Barnstaple to Exeter on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:26	Barnstaple	1h 18m	08:44	Exeter St David's	Cheapest
Train	16:39	Barnstaple	1h 3m	17:42	Exeter St David's	Fastest
Train	08:34	Barnstaple	1h 8m	09:42	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	09:35	Barnstaple	1h 6m	10:41	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	10:35	Barnstaple	1h 4m	11:39	Exeter St David's	No tags

Next departures from Barnstaple to Exeter on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:22	Barnstaple	1h 13m	08:35	Exeter St David's	Cheapest
Train	10:35	Barnstaple	1h 5m	11:40	Exeter St David's	Fastest
Train	08:35	Barnstaple	1h 8m	09:43	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	09:35	Barnstaple	1h 6m	10:41	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	11:35	Barnstaple	1h 6m	12:41	Exeter St David's	No tags

Next departures from Barnstaple to Exeter on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:22	Barnstaple	1h 13m	08:35	Exeter St David's	Cheapest
Train	10:35	Barnstaple	1h 5m	11:40	Exeter St David's	Fastest
Train	08:35	Barnstaple	1h 8m	09:43	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	09:35	Barnstaple	1h 6m	10:41	Exeter St David's	No tags
Train	11:35	Barnstaple	1h 6m	12:41	Exeter St David's	No tags

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We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Exeter. The journey takes about 1 hour 8 minutes and with fares starting at just £10, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9train per day

1h 8mAverage duration

33 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£33 - £41	Average duration4h 20m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£10 - £10	Average duration1h 8m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Great Western Railway

4/542 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi4

Based on 42 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Great Western Railway ticket prices on this trip start at £10

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Barnstaple to Exeter by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Barnstaple to Exeter?
The cheapest train tickets from Barnstaple to Exeter start from £10. The average price for this train route is around £10. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Barnstaple to Exeter?
The average train journey time from Barnstaple to Exeter is 1h 8m, covering a distance of 33 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 2m and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the Barnstaple to Exeter route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 9 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Barnstaple to Exeter?
The earliest train from Barnstaple to Exeter departs at 07:22. And the latest train departs at 23:11.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

09/12

£10

10/12

£10

Today

£10

12/12

£9

13/12

£10

14/12

£9

15/12

£10

16/12

£10

The cheapest trip from Barnstaple to Exeter was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of £9

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Barnstaple to Exeter as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £9 to £10 for a train ticket from Barnstaple to Exeter based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £9, which is on 2025-12-12.

What's the cheapest way to go from Barnstaple to Exeter?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time4h 20m	Avg price£34	Daily departures1
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time1h 8m	Avg price£10	Daily departures9

The best way to travel between Barnstaple and Exeter is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost £10 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £10. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Exeter, choose the train, as it will take you from Barnstaple to Exeter in about 1h 8m – that's the fastest way to get there!