How much is the train ticket from London to Barnstaple?

The cheapest train tickets from London to Barnstaple start from R 922. The average price for this train route is around R 1 610. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from London to Barnstaple?

The average train journey time from London to Barnstaple is 3h 26m, covering a distance of 275 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 20m and is operated by Great Western Railway .

Which train operators serve the London to Barnstaple 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 London to Barnstaple?

The earliest train from London to Barnstaple departs at 07:52. And the latest train departs at 23:50.

Train London to Barnstaple from R 875

Next train departures

Next departures from London to Barnstaple on 26 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	23:45	London Paddington	6h 34m	06:19	Barnstaple	Cheapest
Train	16:03	London Paddington	3h 28m	19:31	Barnstaple	Fastest
Train	16:03	London Paddington	3h 28m	19:31	Barnstaple	No tags
Train	17:03	London Paddington	3h 29m	20:32	Barnstaple	No tags
Train	17:03	London Paddington	3h 29m	20:32	Barnstaple	No tags

Next departures from London to Barnstaple on 27 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:03	London Paddington	3h 29m	20:32	Barnstaple	Cheapest
Train	12:05	London Paddington	3h 20m	15:25	Barnstaple	Fastest
Train	08:03	London Paddington	3h 22m	11:25	Barnstaple	No tags
Train	08:03	London Paddington	3h 22m	11:25	Barnstaple	No tags
Train	09:03	London Paddington	3h 22m	12:25	Barnstaple	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:19 AM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from London to Barnstaple

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Barnstaple. The journey takes about 3 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 589, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

3h 40mAverage duration

278 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 270 - R 893	Average duration6h 5m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 922 - R 5 486	Average duration3h 26m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 589 - R 632	Average duration3h 40m	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 R 922

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from London to Barnstaple by train

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

How much is the train ticket from London to Barnstaple?
The cheapest train tickets from London to Barnstaple start from R 922. The average price for this train route is around R 1 610. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from London to Barnstaple?
The average train journey time from London to Barnstaple is 3h 26m, covering a distance of 275 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 20m and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the London to Barnstaple 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 London to Barnstaple?
The earliest train from London to Barnstaple departs at 07:52. And the latest train departs at 23:50.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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R 1 529

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R 1 436

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R 1 354

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The cheapest trip from London to Barnstaple was searched and found on 27 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 354

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 354 to R 5 268 for a train ticket from London to Barnstaple based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 354, which is on 2026-01-27.