4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Barnstaple to Exeter
Cheapest price
€10
Average price
€10
Fastest journey
1 h 4 m
Average duration
1 h 5 m
Trains per day
15
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 €10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €10.
Of the 15 trains that leave Barnstaple for Exeter on Sun, Dec 21, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 54 km distance in an average of 1 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 4 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 1 h 8 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Barnstaple to Exeter
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barnstaple to Exeter among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 11m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €7, and a bus costs an average of €38.
Distance: 54 km
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1h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 41m Average total duration 3h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Barnstaple to Exeter train times
The table below shows live departures for Barnstaple to Exeter trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P33274 · L23515 | On time 8:34 AM Barnstaple station (BNP) | 1h59 | 10:33 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1 transfer | |
| P33274 | On time 8:34 AM Barnstaple station (BNP) | 1h08 | 9:42 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P33274 | On time 8:34 AM Barnstaple station (BNP) | 1h20 | 9:54 AM Exeter Central (EXC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P33276 | On time 9:35 AM Barnstaple station (BNP) | 1h11 | 10:46 AM Exeter Central (EXC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P33276 · P33353 | On time 9:35 AM Barnstaple station (BNP) | 1h57 | 11:32 AM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1 transfer | |
| P33276 | On time 9:35 AM Barnstaple station (BNP) | 1h06 | 10:41 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L23512 · P33361 | On time 10:35 AM Barnstaple station (BNP) | 1h57 | 12:32 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1 transfer | |
| L23512 | On time 10:35 AM Barnstaple station (BNP) | 1h04 | 11:39 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L23512 | On time 10:35 AM Barnstaple station (BNP) | 1h09 | 11:44 AM Exeter Central (EXC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P33283 | On time 11:35 AM Barnstaple station (BNP) | 1h11 | 12:46 PM Exeter Central (EXC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P33283 · P33368 | On time 11:35 AM Barnstaple station (BNP) | 2h03 | 1:38 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1 transfer | |
| P33283 | On time 11:35 AM Barnstaple station (BNP) | 1h06 | 12:41 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| V64097 | On time 12:32 PM Barnstaple station (BNP) | 1h09 | 1:41 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| V64097 · P33376 | On time 12:32 PM Barnstaple station (BNP) | 1h59 | 2:31 PM Exeter St Thomas (EXT) | 1 transfer | |
| V64097 | On time 12:32 PM Barnstaple station (BNP) | 1h14 | 1:46 PM Exeter Central (EXC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| V55954 | On time 1:35 PM Barnstaple station (BNP) | 1h11 | 2:46 PM Exeter Central (EXC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| V55954 | On time 1:35 PM Barnstaple station (BNP) | 1h06 | 2:41 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barnstaple to Exeter
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Trains from Barnstaple to Exeter run on average 17 times per day, taking around 1h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:22, the last at 23:11. The fastest train covers the 54 km distance in 1h 3m.
Distance 54 km |
Average train duration 1h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 1h 3m |
First train 05:22 |
Last train 23:11 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Barnstaple to Exeter trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Barnstaple and Exeter from €7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Barnstaple to Exeter
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barnstaple to Exeter by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Exeter, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Barnstaple, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Exeter St Davids, located 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Barnstaple to Exeter
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 17:50 Saturday 06:15 - 17:50 Sunday 09:20 - 16:40
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Station Masters Cafe
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:40 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 07:30 - 20:40 Reservations and tickets requiring reservations are sold at the following times only: Weekdays (Mon-Fri) 08:45 - 19:40, Saturday 08:45 - 18:30 Sunday 10:00 - 17:30
- Type of shops available: WHSmith
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 5. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 and adjacent entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:50 - 18:15 Saturday 07:50 - 18:15 Sunday 09:30 - 16:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Both platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop at the front of the station on Queens Street
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental- Car Park: No
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Bottom of stairs leading to platform 1.
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Exeter St Davids: Cowick Street bus stop by shopping precint. To Newton Abbot: Cowick Street bus stop outside the station
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