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

The cheapest train tickets from Barnstaple to London start from £43. The average price for this train route is around £73. 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 London?

The average train journey time from Barnstaple to London is 3h 54m, covering a distance of 171 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 27m and is operated by Great Western Railway .

Which train operators serve the Barnstaple to London route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 10 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Barnstaple to London departs at 07:22. And the latest train departs at 23:46.

Train Barnstaple to London from £41

Next train departures

Next departures from Barnstaple to London on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:32	Barnstaple	4h 27m	16:59	London Paddington	Cheapest
Train	09:35	Barnstaple	4h 21m	13:56	London Paddington	Fastest
Train	07:26	Barnstaple	4h 34m	12:00	London Paddington	No tags
Train	07:26	Barnstaple	4h 34m	12:00	London Paddington	No tags
Train	08:34	Barnstaple	4h 25m	12:59	London Paddington	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 17:56 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Barnstaple to London

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach London. The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

3h 30mAverage duration

172 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£13 - £42	Average duration6h 20m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£43 - £253	Average duration3h 54m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£27 - £27	Average duration3h 30m	CO₂ emissions 12kg 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 £43

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Barnstaple to London 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 London?
The cheapest train tickets from Barnstaple to London start from £43. The average price for this train route is around £73. 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 London?
The average train journey time from Barnstaple to London is 3h 54m, covering a distance of 171 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 27m and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the Barnstaple to London route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 10 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Barnstaple to London?
The earliest train from Barnstaple to London departs at 07:22. And the latest train departs at 23:46.

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

£63

10/12

£62

Today

£62

12/12

£41

13/12

£45

14/12

£71

15/12

£49

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The cheapest trip from Barnstaple to London was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of £41

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

You can expect to pay from £41 to £244 for a train ticket from Barnstaple to London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £41, which is on 2025-12-12.