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The cheapest and fastest trains from Barnstaple to Chippenham
Showing times and prices for 21 Dec
Cheapest price
£120
Average price
£129
Fastest journey
2 h 54 m
Average duration
5 h 17 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
141 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barnstaple to Chippenham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barnstaple to Chippenham will cost around £129 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £120.
Fast trains
To travel from Barnstaple to Chippenham you need to make at least one change.
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11:333h21
Barnstaple14:54Chippenham
£1201One-way
1 change
14:312h54
Barnstaple17:25Chippenham
£1201One-way
1 change
15:323h52
Barnstaple19:24Chippenham
£1201One-way
1 change
19:363h18
Barnstaple22:54Chippenham
£1201One-way
1 change
18:3212h58
Barnstaple07:30Chippenham
£1631One-way
2 changes
14:312h54
Barnstaple17:25Chippenham
£1201One-way
1 change
19:363h18
Barnstaple22:54Chippenham
£1201One-way
1 change
11:333h21
Barnstaple14:54Chippenham
£1201One-way
1 change
15:323h52
Barnstaple19:24Chippenham
£1201One-way
1 change
18:3212h58
Barnstaple07:30Chippenham
£1631One-way
2 changes
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barnstaple to Chippenham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Barnstaple to Chippenham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 01:20, the last at 16:33. The fastest train covers the 141 km distance in 3h 19m.
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 141 km |
Average train duration 2h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 19m |
First train 01:20 |
Last train 16:33 |
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 Rail, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Barnstaple to Chippenham trainsGreat Western Rail, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Barnstaple and Chippenham from £31. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
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
3h 19m
Cheapest Price
£31
Great Western Rail frequency
6 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
Great Western Railway (GWR)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 52m
Cheapest Price
£120
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
2 a day
FAQs: Barnstaple to Chippenham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barnstaple to Chippenham 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 Chippenham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The train journey from Barnstaple to Chippenham offers scenic views, particularly as it passes through the picturesque landscapes of North Devon and Somerset, with rolling hills and charming countryside vistas along the way.
A visit to Chippenham can be comfortably enjoyed over two to three days, allowing time to explore its historic sites, local markets, and nearby countryside.
Booking trains from Barnstaple to Chippenham in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
A day trip from Barnstaple to Chippenham is not feasible due to the travel duration of 3h 19m. However, there are 6 trains available per day for this journey. The distance covered is 141 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Barnstaple to Chippenham can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £31, while the average price tends to be around £35.
The train distance from Barnstaple to Chippenham is 141 km.
The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Chippenham is by train, costing approximately £31.
The train journey from Barnstaple to Chippenham covers a distance of 141 km and takes approximately 3h 19m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train station in Barnstaple that goes to Chippenham is Barnstaple station (BNP), and it arrives at Chippenham station (CPM).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Barnstaple to Chippenham.
The first train from Barnstaple to Chippenham leaves at 1:20.
The last train from Barnstaple to Chippenham departs at 16:33.
Yes, you can take the train from Barnstaple to Chippenham.
Trains from Barnstaple to Chippenham run approximately 6 times per day.
To travel from Barnstaple to Chippenham, you can take a train.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Barnstaple to Chippenham.
There is no night train service from Barnstaple to Chippenham.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Barnstaple and Chippenham
Barnstaple
Chippenham
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 Chippenham.
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 Chippenham is Chippenham. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Chippenham for your journey to Chippenham from Barnstaple.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 20:00 Saturday 05:50 - 19:30 Sunday 08:00 - 19:30
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category A station – This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform. Step free access available to both platforms via lifts from the main station entrance and disused platform. Station is accessible if arriving at the station main entrance and not from the north.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are 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: No
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- 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: Disused platform and north car park.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Chippenham
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Short stay car park - terminating & starting services. Bus Stops in Bus Turning Area - through services.
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