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The cheapest and fastest trains from Barnstaple to Backwell
Showing times and prices for 05 May
Cheapest price
£101
Average price
£101
Fastest journey
2 h 27 m
Average duration
2 h 29 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
99 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barnstaple to Backwell is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barnstaple to Backwell will cost around £101 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £101.
Fast trains
To travel from Barnstaple to Backwell you need to make at least one change.
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7:222h44Barnstaple10:06Backwell£1011One-way1 change- 8:352h29Barnstaple11:04Backwell£1011One-way1 change
- 10:352h30Barnstaple13:05Backwell£1011One-way1 change
- 11:352h29Barnstaple14:04Backwell£1011One-way1 change
- 12:352h29Barnstaple15:04Backwell£1011One-way1 change
- 18:382h27Barnstaple21:05Backwell£1011One-way1 change
- 8:352h29Barnstaple11:04Backwell£1011One-way1 change
- 11:352h29Barnstaple14:04Backwell£1011One-way1 change
- 12:352h29Barnstaple15:04Backwell£1011One-way1 change
- 13:352h29Barnstaple16:04Backwell£1011One-way1 change
Live departures
Barnstaple to Backwell train times
The table below shows live departures for Barnstaple to Backwell trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 5 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:22 Barnstaple | 2h44 | 10:06 Backwell | 1 change | |
| 8:35 Barnstaple | 2h29 | 11:04 Backwell | 1 change | |
| 10:35 Barnstaple | 2h30 | 13:05 Backwell | 1 change | |
| 11:35 Barnstaple | 2h29 | 14:04 Backwell | 1 change | |
| 12:35 Barnstaple | 2h29 | 15:04 Backwell | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barnstaple to Backwell
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Barnstaple to Backwell run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £105 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:12, the last at 23:24. The fastest train covers the 99 km distance in 2h 25m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 99 km |
Average train duration 2h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £105 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 25m |
First train 4:12 |
Last train 23:24 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Best time to book 63 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Great Western Railway, first_great_western from Barnstaple to Backwell trainsGreat Western Railway, first_great_western trains will get you between Barnstaple and Backwell from £105. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Railway
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 26m
Cheapest Price
£25
Great Western Railway frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 25m
Cheapest Price
£105
first_great_western frequency
7 a day
FAQs: Barnstaple to Backwell train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barnstaple to Backwell 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 Backwell, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Barnstaple to Backwell can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £105, while the average price tends to be around £105.
The train journey from Barnstaple to Backwell covers a distance of 99 km and takes approximately 2h 25m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from Barnstaple to Backwell is 99 km.
The first train from Barnstaple to Backwell leaves at 4:12.
The last train from Barnstaple to Backwell departs at 23:24.
Trains from Barnstaple to Backwell run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Barnstaple to Backwell.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Barnstaple to Backwell.
To get from Barnstaple to Backwell, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Barnstaple to Backwell.
The train station in Barnstaple that goes to Backwell is Barnstaple station (BNP), and it arrives at Bristol, Airport (BSA).
The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Backwell is by train, costing approximately £105.
Booking trains from Barnstaple to Backwell in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Barnstaple to Backwell offers picturesque views of the North Devon countryside, with rolling hills, lush greenery, and charming rural landscapes along the route.
A day trip from Barnstaple to Backwell is not feasible as the journey duration is 2h 25m. However, there are 4 trains per day available for this route, covering a distance of 99 km.
For a relaxed visit, spending one to two days in Backwell is typically sufficient to explore local attractions and enjoy the surrounding countryside.
Yes, you can take the train from Barnstaple to Backwell.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Barnstaple and Backwell
Barnstaple
Backwell
The major train station for departures in Barnstaple is Barnstaple. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Barnstaple for your trip from Barnstaple to Backwell.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 17:50 Saturday 06:15 - 17:50 Sunday 09:20 - 16:40
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
- Station Masters Cafe
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Barnstaple
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
The major train station for arrivals in Backwell is Nailsea & Backwell. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Nailsea & Backwell for your journey to Backwell from Barnstaple.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 09:30 Saturday - Sunday Closed
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Council Managed Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station – “Some step-free access, may be in one direction only.” Steep flight of steps to southbound platform, ramped access to northbound platform steeper than 1:12 gradient, no wheelchair access available to trains. 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 ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: access road
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Nailsea & Backwell
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus Stop at end of Station Close
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