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The cheapest and fastest trains from Barnstaple to Exeter

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 10 Oct

Cheapest price on 10 Oct

£9

Average ticket price on 10 Oct

£9

Fastest journey on 10 Oct

55 m

Average journey duration on 10 Oct

1 h 3 m

Trains on 10 Oct

Distance

54 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barnstaple to Exeter is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Barnstaple to Exeter will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.

Fast trains

On Sat 10 Oct, we found 38 trains from Barnstaple to Exeter, including 7 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 54 km distance in an average of 1 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 55 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 6 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.

C01598 · C47989
6:311h39
Barnstaple station (BNP)
8:10Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
£91One-way
1 change
C01607 · C48016
11:352h03
Barnstaple station (BNP)
13:38Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
£91One-way
1 change
C01604 · C48005
9:351h57
Barnstaple station (BNP)
11:32Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
£91One-way
1 change
C01600 · C47996
7:262h06
Barnstaple station (BNP)
9:32Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
£91One-way
1 change
C42672 · C48011
10:351h57
Barnstaple station (BNP)
12:32Exeter St Thomas (EXT)
£91One-way
1 change

Journey information

Overview: Train from Barnstaple to Exeter

United Kingdom

Trains from Barnstaple to Exeter run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.

There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 23:13. The fastest train covers the 54 km distance in 1h 1m.

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

54 km

Average train duration

1h 9m

Cheapest ticket price

£9

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

1h 1m

First train

0:09

Last train

23:13

Cheapest Month

Oct

Cheapest Day

Thu

High Season

Jan - Mar

Low Season

Apr - Jun

Busiest Day

Sun

Least Busy Day

Wed

Best time to book

1 day

Price information

Live departures

Barnstaple to Exeter train times

The table below shows live departures for Barnstaple to Exeter trains for today, Friday 9 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
C01605 · Y80251	On time 10:35 Barnstaple station (BNP)	1h46	12:21 St James' Park (SJP)	1 change
C01605 · C48010	On time 10:35 Barnstaple station (BNP)	1h57	12:32 Exeter St Thomas (EXT)	1 change
C01605	On time 10:35 Barnstaple station (BNP)	1h05	11:40 Exeter St Davids (EXD)	0 changesdirect
C01606 · Y80257	On time 11:35 Barnstaple station (BNP)	1h45	13:20 St James' Park (SJP)	1 change
C01606	On time 11:35 Barnstaple station (BNP)	1h06	12:41 Exeter St Davids (EXD)	0 changesdirect
C01606 · C48015	On time 11:35 Barnstaple station (BNP)	1h56	13:31 Exeter St Thomas (EXT)	1 change
C01587 · Y80263	On time 12:35 Barnstaple station (BNP)	1h46	14:21 St James' Park (SJP)	1 change
C01587 · C48021	On time 12:35 Barnstaple station (BNP)	1h56	14:31 Exeter St Thomas (EXT)	1 change
C01587	On time 12:35 Barnstaple station (BNP)	1h06	13:41 Exeter St Davids (EXD)	0 changesdirect
C01608	On time 13:35 Barnstaple station (BNP)	1h06	14:41 Exeter St Davids (EXD)	0 changesdirect
C01608 · Y80269	On time 13:35 Barnstaple station (BNP)	1h46	15:21 St James' Park (SJP)	1 change
C01608 · C48025	On time 13:35 Barnstaple station (BNP)	1h57	15:32 Exeter St Thomas (EXT)	1 change
C01610 · C48028	On time 14:35 Barnstaple station (BNP)	1h25	16:00 Exeter St Thomas (EXT)	1 change
C01610	On time 14:35 Barnstaple station (BNP)	1h06	15:41 Exeter St Davids (EXD)	0 changesdirect
C01610 · Y80274	On time 14:35 Barnstaple station (BNP)	1h47	16:22 St James' Park (SJP)	1 change
C01612	On time 15:35 Barnstaple station (BNP)	1h05	16:40 Exeter St Davids (EXD)	0 changesdirect
C01612 · Y80277	On time 15:35 Barnstaple station (BNP)	1h20	16:55 St James' Park (SJP)	1 change
C01612 · C48033	On time 15:35 Barnstaple station (BNP)	1h33	17:08 Exeter St Thomas (EXT)	1 change
C01588	On time 16:31 Barnstaple station (BNP)	1h12	17:43 Exeter St Davids (EXD)	0 changesdirect
C01588 · C48037	On time 16:31 Barnstaple station (BNP)	1h31	18:02 Exeter St Thomas (EXT)	1 change
C01588 · G15233	On time 16:31 Barnstaple station (BNP)	1h53	18:24 St James' Park (SJP)	1 change
C01615 · Y80290	On time 17:33 Barnstaple station (BNP)	1h47	19:20 St James' Park (SJP)	1 change
C01615 · G15470	On time 17:33 Barnstaple station (BNP)	1h32	19:05 Exeter St Thomas (EXT)	1 change
C01615	On time 17:33 Barnstaple station (BNP)	1h18	18:51 Exeter St Davids (EXD)	0 changesdirect
Y80292 · C48048	On time 18:38 Barnstaple station (BNP)	1h55	20:33 Exeter St Thomas (EXT)	1 change
Y80292	On time 18:38 Barnstaple station (BNP)	1h08	19:46 Exeter St Davids (EXD)	0 changesdirect
Y80292	On time 18:38 Barnstaple station (BNP)	1h15	19:53 St James' Park (SJP)	0 changesdirect
C01620 · Y80298 · C48052	On time 19:42 Barnstaple station (BNP)	2h09	21:51 St James' Park (SJP)	2 changes
C01620	On time 19:42 Barnstaple station (BNP)	1h19	21:01 Exeter St Thomas (EXT)	0 changesdirect
C01620	On time 19:42 Barnstaple station (BNP)	1h11	20:53 Exeter St Davids (EXD)	0 changesdirect
C01620 · Y80300	On time 19:42 Barnstaple station (BNP)	2h16	21:58 St James' Park (SJP)	1 change
C01619	On time 20:41 Barnstaple station (BNP)	1h16	21:57 Exeter St Davids (EXD)	0 changesdirect
C01619 · Y80302	On time 20:41 Barnstaple station (BNP)	2h08	22:49 St James' Park (SJP)	1 change
G15227	On time 21:41 Barnstaple station (BNP)	1h11	22:52 Exeter St Davids (EXD)	0 changesdirect
G15227 · C48054	On time 21:41 Barnstaple station (BNP)	1h24	23:05 Exeter St Thomas (EXT)	1 change
G15227 · Y80304	On time 21:41 Barnstaple station (BNP)	2h05	23:46 St James' Park (SJP)	1 change
Y41842	On time 23:11 Barnstaple station (BNP)	1h07	0:18 Exeter St Davids (EXD)	0 changesdirect
Saturday 10 October
Y41844	On time 0:07 Barnstaple station (BNP)	0h55	1:02 Exeter St Davids (EXD)	0 changesdirect
C01598 · C47989	6:31 Barnstaple station (BNP)	1h39	8:10 Exeter St Thomas (EXT)	1 change
C01598 · Y41862	6:31 Barnstaple station (BNP)	1h21	7:52 St James' Park (SJP)	1 change
C01600 · C42473	7:26 Barnstaple station (BNP)	1h54	9:20 St James' Park (SJP)	1 change
C01600 · C47996	7:26 Barnstaple station (BNP)	2h06	9:32 Exeter St Thomas (EXT)	1 change
C01602 · C42475	8:34 Barnstaple station (BNP)	1h49	10:23 St James' Park (SJP)	1 change
C01602 · C48001	8:34 Barnstaple station (BNP)	1h59	10:33 Exeter St Thomas (EXT)	1 change
C01602	8:34 Barnstaple station (BNP)	1h08	9:42 Exeter St Davids (EXD)	0 changesdirect
C01604 · C48005	9:35 Barnstaple station (BNP)	1h57	11:32 Exeter St Thomas (EXT)	1 change
C01604 · Y80246	9:35 Barnstaple station (BNP)	1h48	11:23 St James' Park (SJP)	1 change
C01604	9:35 Barnstaple station (BNP)	1h06	10:41 Exeter St Davids (EXD)	0 changesdirect
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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 Great Western Railway Duration

1h 1m

Cheapest Great Western Railway Price

£9

Great Western Railway frequency

12 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

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Things to do in Exeter

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Must visit

Royal Albert Memorial Museum and Art Gallery

City museum with local history, archaeology, world cultures and changing exhibitions in a landmark Victorian building.

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Exeter's Underground Passages

Underground medieval passages beneath the city, explored on guided tours that reveal Exeter’s engineering and history.

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The Bill Douglas Cinema Museum

Working print museum with historic presses, typesetting equipment and hands-on insight into traditional printing methods.

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Pound sterling (£)

Moderate for the UK: stays and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local buses and casual meals remain manageable for most visitors.

Average meal costs

Budget: £8-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
Mid-range: £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining: £50+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee: £3-4 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Cafés: rounding up is fine. Taxis: round up or add about 10% for good service.

FAQs: Barnstaple to Exeter train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barnstaple to Exeter 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 Exeter, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

The cost of a train ticket from Barnstaple to Exeter can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £9, while the average price tends to be around £9.

The train journey from Barnstaple to Exeter covers a distance of 54 km and takes approximately 1h 1m. Trains run 12 per day.

The train distance from Barnstaple to Exeter is 54 km.

The first train from Barnstaple to Exeter leaves at 0:09.

The last train from Barnstaple to Exeter departs at 23:13.

Trains from Barnstaple to Exeter run approximately 12 times per day.

Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Barnstaple to Exeter.

Yes, there is a direct train between Barnstaple and Exeter. The service operates 6 times per day, provided by Great Western Railway.

There is no night train service from Barnstaple to Exeter.

The train station in Barnstaple that goes to Exeter is Barnstaple station (BNP), and it arrives at Exeter St Davids (EXD).

Booking trains from Barnstaple to Exeter in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.

Yes, the train journey from Barnstaple to Exeter is scenic, offering picturesque views of the Devon countryside, rolling hills, and charming villages along the Tarka Line.

Yes, you can take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Barnstaple and Exeter

Most Barnstaple to Exeter trains use the Barnstaple to Exeter St Davids station pair, with some services arriving at Exeter St Thomas. Use this guide to compare Barnstaple and Exeter train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Barnstaple

Arrival train stations in Exeter

Which Barnstaple station do trains to Exeter leave from?

Trains from Barnstaple to Exeter leave from Barnstaple. The station is 1 km from Barnstaple city centre at Barnstaple station, Station Road, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 2AU.

BarnstapleBarnstaple station, Station Road, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 2AU+44 3451652030 Parking

City-centre transport

Getting to Barnstaple from Barnstaple city centre

Bus21, 21A, 372, 301, 71, 72, 319, 155, 15, 21B, 310, 309, 303, 19, 5B, 85 · 5m · £2 · every ~31 min

301, 921, 21B, 310, 309, 303, 19 · 9m · £2 · every ~14 min

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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Which Exeter station do trains from Barnstaple arrive at?

Trains from Barnstaple to Exeter most often arrive at Exeter St Davids. Some services arrive at Exeter St Thomas, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Exeter arrival station.

Exeter St DavidsExeter St Davids station, Bonhay Road, Exeter, Devon, EX4 4NT+44 3451652030 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Exeter St Davids from Exeter city centre

Exeter St Davids is 1 km from Exeter city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus355, 6A, 5B, 4A, 4, 66 · 6m · £2 · every ~20 min

4, 4A, Uni, K · 8m · £2 · every ~19 min

Exeter St Davids train station facilities and services

Exeter St Davids has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.