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Compare coach and train for Barnstaple to Chester
The cheapest option from Barnstaple to Chester is coach, with an average price of £54. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Barnstaple to Chester among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 248 km
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£293 Average Price | £54 Average Price Cheapest option |
6h 1m Average total duration Fastest option 5h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 20m Average total duration 7h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Compare prices and tickets Barnstaple to Chester by coach or train
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Why should you book Barnstaple to Chester trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of Transport for Wales or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Barnstaple to Chester.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare CrossCountry with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Barnstaple to Chester.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Transport for Wales or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Barnstaple to Chester.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Barnstaple to Chester.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Barnstaple to Chester
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Typically, there are 6 trains per day from Barnstaple to Chester, including direct trains, taking around 5h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £219 but you can travel from only £47 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:39, the last at 17:55. The fastest train covers the 248 km distance in 5h 31m.
Distance 248 km |
Average train duration 5h 31m |
Lowest ticket price £219 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 31m |
First train 3:39 |
Last train 17:55 |
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Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Barnstaple to Chester trainsCrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Barnstaple and Chester from £47. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Transport for Wales
Great Western Railway (GWR)
FAQs: Barnstaple to Chester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barnstaple to Chester 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 Chester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Barnstaple and Chester
Most Barnstaple to Chester trains use the Barnstaple to Chester station pair. Use this guide to compare Barnstaple and Chester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Barnstaple station do trains to Chester 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 Chester station do trains from Barnstaple arrive at?
Getting to Chester from Chester city centre
Chester is 1 km from Chester city centre. Public transport options include:
Chester train station facilities and services
Chester has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Chester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Chester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Chester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Chester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Chester: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Chester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. Step free access is available to all platforms via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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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