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The cheapest and fastest trains from Barnstaple to Newquay
Showing times and prices for 26 May
Cheapest price
£110
Average price
£110
Fastest journey
4 h 52 m
Average duration
7 h 46 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
103 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barnstaple to Newquay is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barnstaple to Newquay will cost around £110 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £110.
Fast trains
To travel from Barnstaple to Newquay you need to make at least one change.
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9:354h52Barnstaple14:27Newquay£1101One-way1 change- 23:4610h40Barnstaple10:26Newquay£1101One-way1 change
- 9:354h52Barnstaple14:27Newquay£1101One-way1 change
- 23:4610h40Barnstaple10:26Newquay£1101One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Barnstaple to Newquay
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barnstaple to Newquay among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £25, and a coach costs an average of £40.
Distance: 103 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£28 Average Price Cheapest | £47 Average Price |
4h 17m Average total duration Fastest 3h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 3m Average total duration 7h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Barnstaple to Newquay train times
The table below shows live departures for Barnstaple to Newquay trains for today, Monday 25 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 9:35 Barnstaple | 4h52 | 14:27 Newquay | 1 change | |
| 22:41 Barnstaple | 11h45 | 10:26 Newquay | 1 change | |
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Great Western Railway as well as Great Western Railway (GWR) offer trains services from Barnstaple to Newquay.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barnstaple to Newquay
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Trains from Barnstaple to Newquay run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:25, the last at 17:20. The fastest train covers the 103 km distance in 4h 28m.
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 103 km |
Average train duration 3h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 4h 28m |
First train 6:25 |
Last train 17:20 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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 Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Barnstaple to Newquay trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Barnstaple and Newquay from £25. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Railway
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
4h 28m
Cheapest Price
£25
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
4h 17m
Cheapest Price
£110
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
1 a day
FAQs: Barnstaple to Newquay train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barnstaple to Newquay 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 Newquay, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Barnstaple to Newquay can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £25, while the average price tends to be around £28.
The train journey from Barnstaple to Newquay covers a distance of 103 km and takes approximately 4h 28m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from Barnstaple to Newquay is 103 km.
The first train from Barnstaple to Newquay leaves at 6:25.
The last train from Barnstaple to Newquay departs at 17:20.
Trains from Barnstaple to Newquay run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Barnstaple to Newquay.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Barnstaple to Newquay.
To get from Barnstaple to Newquay, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Barnstaple to Newquay.
The train station in Barnstaple that goes to Newquay is Barnstaple station (BNP), and it arrives at Newquay station (NQY).
The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Newquay is by train, costing approximately £25.
Booking trains from Barnstaple to Newquay 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 Newquay is considered scenic, as it passes through the picturesque landscapes of Devon and Cornwall, offering views of rolling countryside, charming villages, and coastal scenery along the way.
A day trip from Barnstaple to Newquay is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 28m. The distance is 103 km and there are 4 trains per day.
In Newquay, you can explore the South West Coast Path for stunning coastal views, enjoy adventure sports like coasteering and surfing at Newquay Activity Centre, and immerse yourself in pirate history at Pirate's Quest. Take a ride on the Lappa Valley Steam Railway through the scenic Cornish countryside or play a round at Newquay Golf Club with its breathtaking Atlantic views. For sights, visit Fistral Beach for surfing, Newquay Zoo for exotic animals, the Blue Reef Aquarium for marine life, Trenance Gardens for a relaxing stroll, and Towan Beach for family-friendly fun.
A stay of 2 to 3 days in Newquay is ideal to enjoy its beautiful beaches, explore local attractions such as the Blue Reef Aquarium and Newquay Zoo, and experience the vibrant surf culture.
Yes, you can take the train from Barnstaple to Newquay.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Barnstaple and Newquay
Barnstaple
Newquay
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 Newquay.
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 Newquay is Newquay. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Newquay for your journey to Newquay from Barnstaple.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDining
TaxisAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday Closed The ticket office is will not be open in 2022.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Contact local taxi firms for details
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Contact local taxi firms for details
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Waiting area under canopy
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Newquay
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop in the car park at the front of the station
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