C01601+
L793928:355h14Barnstaple station (BNP)13:49London Waterloo (WAT)£331One-way1 change
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L793807:225h27Barnstaple station (BNP)12:49London Waterloo (WAT)£401One-way1 change
C01601 · W345628:353h54Barnstaple station (BNP)12:29London Paddington (PAD)£481One-way1 change
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L793696:255h24Barnstaple station (BNP)11:49London Waterloo (WAT)£491One-way1 change
C01599 · G149217:224h06Barnstaple station (BNP)11:28London Paddington (PAD)£691One-way1 change
C01597 · W345556:253h29Barnstaple station (BNP)9:54London Paddington (PAD)£1051One-way1 change
C01601 · W345628:353h54Barnstaple station (BNP)12:29London Paddington (PAD)£481One-way1 change
C01599 · G149217:224h06Barnstaple station (BNP)11:28London Paddington (PAD)£691One-way1 change
C01601+
L793928:355h14Barnstaple station (BNP)13:49London Waterloo (WAT)£331One-way1 change
C01597+
L793696:255h24Barnstaple station (BNP)11:49London Waterloo (WAT)£491One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Barnstaple to London
The cheapest option from Barnstaple to London is coach, with an average price of £30. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Barnstaple to London among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg.
Distance: 278 km
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£55 Average Price | £30 Average Price Cheapest option | £220 Average Price |
4h 30m Average total duration 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 28m Average total duration 5h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 42m Average total duration Fastest option 3h 42m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Barnstaple to London train times
The table below shows live departures for Barnstaple to London trains for today, Monday 13 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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C01610 · W34589 | On time 14:35 Barnstaple station (BNP) | 3h49 | 18:24 London Paddington (PAD) | 1 change | |
C01610+ L79459 | On time 14:35 Barnstaple station (BNP) | 5h14 | 19:49 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
C01610+ L79459 | On time 14:35 Barnstaple station (BNP) | 5h14 | 19:49 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
C01610+ L79459+ G26459 | On time 14:35 Barnstaple station (BNP) | 5h23 | 19:58 London Victoria (VIC) | 2 changes | |
C01610+ L79459+ G26459 | On time 14:35 Barnstaple station (BNP) | 5h23 | 19:58 London Victoria (VIC) | 2 changes | |
C01612 · W34593 | On time 15:35 Barnstaple station (BNP) | 3h49 | 19:24 London Paddington (PAD) | 1 change | |
C01612+ L79470 | On time 15:35 Barnstaple station (BNP) | 5h26 | 21:01 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
C01612+ L79470 | On time 15:35 Barnstaple station (BNP) | 5h26 | 21:01 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
C01612+ L79470+ C82468 | On time 15:35 Barnstaple station (BNP) | 5h40 | 21:15 London Victoria (VIC) | 2 changes | |
C01612+ L79470+ C82468 | On time 15:35 Barnstaple station (BNP) | 5h40 | 21:15 London Victoria (VIC) | 2 changes | |
C01597 · W34555 | 6:25 Barnstaple station (BNP) | 3h29 | 9:54 London Paddington (PAD) | 1 change | |
C01597+ L79369 | 6:25 Barnstaple station (BNP) | 5h24 | 11:49 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
C01599 · G14921 | 7:22 Barnstaple station (BNP) | 4h06 | 11:28 London Paddington (PAD) | 1 change | |
C01599+ L79380 | 7:22 Barnstaple station (BNP) | 5h27 | 12:49 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
C01601 · W34562 | 8:35 Barnstaple station (BNP) | 3h54 | 12:29 London Paddington (PAD) | 1 change | |
C01601+ L79392 | 8:35 Barnstaple station (BNP) | 5h14 | 13:49 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barnstaple to London
Typically, there are 7 trains per day from Barnstaple to London, including direct trains, taking around 4h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:12, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 278 km distance in 3h 48m.
Distance 278 km |
Average train duration 4h 0m |
Lowest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 48m |
First train 5:12 |
Last train 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 63 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Barnstaple to London trainsGreat Western Railway, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Barnstaple and London from £13. 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 London train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barnstaple to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Barnstaple and London
Most Barnstaple to London trains use the Barnstaple to London Paddington station pair, with some services arriving at London Waterloo. Use this guide to compare Barnstaple and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Barnstaple station do trains to London 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 London Paddington from London city centre
London Paddington train station facilities and services
London Paddington 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: Wasabi, The Beer House, Barburrito, Upper Crust, The Mad Bishop & Bear (Fullers), The Pasty Shop, Burger King, Pret a Manger, The Savanna, Soboro Bakery, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located next to the ticket office.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open 24/7. Information desks are located near Platform 1.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Paddington: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Paddington: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Paddington: Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hilton London Paddington, Mercure London Paddington Hotel, The Pilgrm.
Getting to London Waterloo from London city centre
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo train station facilities and services
London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, 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 London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 from London city centre
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 is 23 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 train station facilities and services
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. ATMs are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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