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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Barnstaple to Birmingham
Cheapest price
£49
Average price
£55
Fastest journey
4 h 21 m
Average duration
4 h 22 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
215 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barnstaple to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barnstaple to Birmingham will cost around £55 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £49.
Of the 2 trains that leave Barnstaple for Birmingham every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 215 km distance in an average of 4 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 23 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.
7:344h21Barnstaple11:55Birmingham£491One-way0 changes- 12:324h23Barnstaple16:55Birmingham£621One-way0 changes
- 7:344h21Barnstaple11:55Birmingham£491One-way0 changes
- 12:324h23Barnstaple16:55Birmingham£621One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Barnstaple to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Barnstaple to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £33. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 37m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £33, and a train costs an average of £37.
Distance: 215 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£71 Average Price | £38 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 7m Average total duration Fastest 3h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 59m Average total duration 5h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Barnstaple to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Barnstaple to Birmingham trains for tomorrow, Saturday 18 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:34 Barnstaple | 4h21 | 11:55 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:32 Barnstaple | 4h23 | 16:55 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Barnstaple to Birmingham by coach or train
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Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barnstaple to Birmingham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Barnstaple to Birmingham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £37 but you can travel from only £33 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 20:12. The fastest train covers the 215 km distance in 4h 19m.
Distance 215 km |
Average train duration 3h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 19m |
First train 5:00 |
Last train 20:12 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Barnstaple to Birmingham trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Barnstaple and Birmingham from £33. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Barnstaple to Birmingham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barnstaple to Birmingham 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 Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Barnstaple and Birmingham
Most Barnstaple to Birmingham trains use the Barnstaple to Birmingham New Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Barnstaple and Birmingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Barnstaple station do trains to Birmingham 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.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
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