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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Barnstaple to Exeter
- Cheapest price on Nov 02
- €11
- Average ticket price on Nov 02
- €11
- Fastest journey on Nov 02
- 1 h 5 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 02
- 1 h 6 m
- Trains on Nov 02
- 18
- Distance
- 54 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barnstaple to Exeter is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barnstaple to Exeter will cost around €11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €11.
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 18 trains from Barnstaple to Exeter, including 6 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the direct trains cover the 54 km distance in an average of 1 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest trains will take 1 h 6 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
C0160510:35 AM 1h05 Barnstaple station (BNP) 11:40 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) €11 1 One-way 0 transfers- C01587 · C48021
12:35 PM 1h56 Barnstaple station (BNP) 2:31 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) €11 1 One-way 1 transfer - C01606 · C48015
11:35 AM 1h56 Barnstaple station (BNP) 1:31 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) €11 1 One-way 1 transfer - C01608 · C48025
1:35 PM 1h57 Barnstaple station (BNP) 3:32 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) €11 1 One-way 1 transfer - C01603 · C48004
9:35 AM 1h57 Barnstaple station (BNP) 11:32 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) €11 1 One-way 1 transfer
- C01605
10:35 AM 1h05 Barnstaple station (BNP) 11:40 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) €11 1 One-way 0 transfers - C01587
12:35 PM 1h06 Barnstaple station (BNP) 1:41 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) €11 1 One-way 0 transfers - C01606
11:35 AM 1h06 Barnstaple station (BNP) 12:41 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) €11 1 One-way 0 transfers - C01603
9:35 AM 1h06 Barnstaple station (BNP) 10:41 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) €11 1 One-way 0 transfers - C01608
1:35 PM 1h06 Barnstaple station (BNP) 2:41 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) €11 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Barnstaple to Exeter
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Trains from Barnstaple to Exeter run on average 13 times per day, taking around 1h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 23:13. The fastest train covers the 54 km distance in 1h 1m.
Distance 54 km |
Average train duration 1h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 1m |
First train 12:09 AM |
Last train 11:13 PM |
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Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Live departures
Barnstaple to Exeter train times
The table below shows live departures for Barnstaple to Exeter trains for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C33253 · C48002 | On time 9:36 AM Barnstaple station (BNP) | 1h56 | 11:32 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1 transfer | |
| C33253 · Y41863 | On time 9:36 AM Barnstaple station (BNP) | 1h45 | 11:21 AM St James' Park (SJP) | 1 transfer | |
| C33253 | On time 9:36 AM Barnstaple station (BNP) | 1h04 | 10:40 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C01589 · C48006 | On time 10:38 AM Barnstaple station (BNP) | 1h54 | 12:32 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1 transfer | |
| C01589 · Y41869 | On time 10:38 AM Barnstaple station (BNP) | 1h44 | 12:22 PM St James' Park (SJP) | 1 transfer | |
| C01589 | On time 10:38 AM Barnstaple station (BNP) | 1h03 | 11:41 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C33350 · C48012 | On time 11:33 AM Barnstaple station (BNP) | 1h59 | 1:32 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1 transfer | |
| C33350 | On time 11:33 AM Barnstaple station (BNP) | 1h11 | 12:44 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C33350 · Y80236 | On time 11:33 AM Barnstaple station (BNP) | 1h48 | 1:21 PM St James' Park (SJP) | 1 transfer | |
| C01590 · Y80243 | On time 12:36 PM Barnstaple station (BNP) | 1h45 | 2:21 PM St James' Park (SJP) | 1 transfer | |
| C01590 | On time 12:36 PM Barnstaple station (BNP) | 1h04 | 1:40 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C01590 · C48017 | On time 12:36 PM Barnstaple station (BNP) | 1h54 | 2:30 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1 transfer | |
| C01591 | On time 1:36 PM Barnstaple station (BNP) | 1h05 | 2:41 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C01591 · Y80250 | On time 1:36 PM Barnstaple station (BNP) | 1h46 | 3:22 PM St James' Park (SJP) | 1 transfer | |
| C01591 · C48020 | On time 1:36 PM Barnstaple station (BNP) | 1h32 | 3:08 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1 transfer | |
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popular train stations
Popular train stations from Barnstaple to Exeter
Most Barnstaple to Exeter trains use the Barnstaple to Exeter St Davids station pair, with some services arriving at Exeter St Thomas. Use this guide to compare Barnstaple and Exeter train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Barnstaple station do trains to Exeter leave from?
Getting to Barnstaple from Barnstaple city centre
Barnstaple train station facilities and services
Barnstaple has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Station Masters Cafe
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Barnstaple.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Barnstaple: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Barnstaple: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Barnstaple: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free Category A station - step free access available to the platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Exeter station do trains from Barnstaple arrive at?
Getting to Exeter St Davids from Exeter city centre
Exeter St Davids is 1 km from Exeter city centre. Public transport options include:
Exeter St Davids train station facilities and services
Exeter St Davids has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Exeter St Davids.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter St Davids. ATMs are available at Exeter St Davids.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Exeter St Davids.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Exeter St Davids: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Exeter St Davids: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter St Davids: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free Category A station - All platforms can be accessed via Lifts from the sole main station entrance. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Exeter St Thomas from Exeter city centre
Exeter St Thomas is 1 km from Exeter city centre. Public transport options include:
Exeter St Thomas train station facilities and services
Exeter St Thomas has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Exeter St Thomas.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter St Thomas.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Exeter St Thomas: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Exeter St Thomas: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter St Thomas: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step free Category C Station - This station does not have step free access to any platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Exeter Central from Exeter city centre
Exeter Central train station facilities and services
Exeter Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Exeter Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Exeter Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Exeter Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Exeter Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free Category A station - Both platforms can be accessed via lifts from the main station entrance, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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