The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester to Barnstaple
Cheapest price
€266
Average price
€278
Fastest journey
4 h 41 m
Average duration
5 h 7 m
Trains per day
25
Distance
265 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester to Barnstaple is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Barnstaple will cost around €278 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €266.
It's difficult to get from Leicester to Barnstaple without transferring at least 2 times.
6:02 AM5h23Leicester11:25 AMBarnstaple€2661One-way4 transfers
7:13 AM5h12Leicester12:25 PMBarnstaple€2661One-way4 transfers
8:13 AM5h16Leicester1:29 PMBarnstaple€2661One-way4 transfers
9:12 AM5h15Leicester2:27 PMBarnstaple€2661One-way4 transfers
10:13 AM5h12Leicester3:25 PMBarnstaple€2661One-way4 transfers
2:50 PM4h41Leicester7:31 PMBarnstaple€2901One-way2 transfers
7:13 AM5h12Leicester12:25 PMBarnstaple€2661One-way4 transfers
10:13 AM5h12Leicester3:25 PMBarnstaple€2661One-way4 transfers
11:12 AM5h14Leicester4:26 PMBarnstaple€2661One-way4 transfers
9:12 AM5h15Leicester2:27 PMBarnstaple€2661One-way4 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Leicester to Barnstaple
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Barnstaple among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €55. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €55, and a train costs an average of €97.
Distance: 265 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€97 Average price | €57 Average price Cheapest |
5h 18m Average total duration Fastest 4h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 50m Average total duration 9h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Leicester to Barnstaple train times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Barnstaple trains for today, Sunday, July 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:50 PM Leicester | 5h37 | 7:27 PM Barnstaple | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 1:59 PM Leicester | 5h28 | 7:27 PM Barnstaple | 4 transfers | |
![]() | 2:50 PM Leicester | 5h36 | 8:26 PM Barnstaple | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 2:59 PM Leicester | 5h27 | 8:26 PM Barnstaple | 4 transfers | |
![]() | 3:50 PM Leicester | 5h41 | 9:31 PM Barnstaple | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 4:13 PM Leicester | 5h18 | 9:31 PM Barnstaple | 4 transfers | |
![]() | 6:50 PM Leicester | 11h29 | 6:19 AM Barnstaple | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 8:50 PM Leicester | 11h35 | 8:25 AM Barnstaple | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 8:59 PM Leicester | 9h20 | 6:19 AM Barnstaple | 4 transfers | |
![]() | 10:20 PM Leicester | 12h09 | 10:29 AM Barnstaple | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 10:20 PM Leicester | 12h09 | 10:29 AM Barnstaple | 2 transfers | |
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Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leicester to Barnstaple
Trains from Leicester to Barnstaple run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €97 but you can travel from only €55 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:02, the last at 22:41. The fastest train covers the 265 km distance in 5h 37m.
Distance 265 km |
Average train duration 4h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price €97 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 37m |
First train 6:02 AM |
Last train 10:41 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country from Leicester to Barnstaple trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Railway, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Leicester and Barnstaple from €55. 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 Leicester to Barnstaple
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to Barnstaple 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 Barnstaple, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Leicester to Barnstaple
Most Leicester to Barnstaple trains use the Leicester to Barnstaple station pair. Use this guide to compare Leicester and Barnstaple train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Leicester station do trains to Barnstaple leave from?
Getting to Leicester from Leicester city centre
Leicester train station facilities and services
Leicester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Leicester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Leicester. ATMs are available at Leicester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leicester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leicester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leicester: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leicester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the main entrance and lifts to all platforms. Customers with wheelchairs who require assistance on graduated slopes should press the ticket gate 'assistance' button located at the bottom of the stairs near the self service ticket machines. To ensure availability of staff to assist, it is imperative that customers book assistance in advance. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms and at the bottom of all staircases, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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 Barnstaple station do trains from Leicester arrive at?
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.
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