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The cheapest and fastest trains from Barnstaple to Scunthorpe
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£337
Average price
£337
Fastest journey
7 h 27 m
Average duration
7 h 28 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
361 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barnstaple to Scunthorpe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barnstaple to Scunthorpe will cost around £337 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £337.
Fast trains
To travel from Barnstaple to Scunthorpe you need to make at least 2 changes.

06:257h39
Barnstaple14:04Scunthorpe
£3371One-way
2 changes

07:227h40
Barnstaple15:02Scunthorpe
£3371One-way
2 changes

08:357h27
Barnstaple16:02Scunthorpe
£3371One-way
2 changes

09:357h27
Barnstaple17:02Scunthorpe
£3371One-way
2 changes

10:357h29
Barnstaple18:04Scunthorpe
£3371One-way
2 changes

08:357h27
Barnstaple16:02Scunthorpe
£3371One-way
2 changes

09:357h27
Barnstaple17:02Scunthorpe
£3371One-way
2 changes

11:357h28
Barnstaple19:03Scunthorpe
£3371One-way
2 changes

13:357h28
Barnstaple21:03Scunthorpe
£3371One-way
2 changes

10:357h29
Barnstaple18:04Scunthorpe
£3371One-way
2 changes
Live departures
Barnstaple to Scunthorpe train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 03:15
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 06:25 Barnstaple | 7h39 | 14:04 Scunthorpe | 2 changes | |
![]() | 07:22 Barnstaple | 7h40 | 15:02 Scunthorpe | 2 changes | |
![]() | 08:35 Barnstaple | 7h27 | 16:02 Scunthorpe | 2 changes | |
![]() | 09:35 Barnstaple | 7h27 | 17:02 Scunthorpe | 2 changes | |
![]() | 10:35 Barnstaple | 7h29 | 18:04 Scunthorpe | 2 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barnstaple to Scunthorpe
Trains from Barnstaple to Scunthorpe run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £342 if you book in advance.
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 361 km |
Average train duration 5h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £342 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 7h 27m |
First train 05:48 |
Last train 22:41 |
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: CrossCountry, first_great_western from Barnstaple to Scunthorpe trainsCrossCountry, first_great_western trains will get you between Barnstaple and Scunthorpe from £342. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
CrossCountry
About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 27m
Cheapest Price
£156
CrossCountry frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 27m
Cheapest Price
£339
first_great_western frequency
9 a day
FAQs: Barnstaple to Scunthorpe train
FAQs: Travel by train from Barnstaple to Scunthorpe easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Barnstaple to Scunthorpe.

Booking trains from Barnstaple to Scunthorpe in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Barnstaple to Scunthorpe is 361 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Barnstaple to Scunthorpe can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £342, while the average price tends to be around £342.
The train journey from Barnstaple to Scunthorpe covers a distance of 361 km and takes approximately 7h 27m. Trains run 6 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Scunthorpe is by train, costing approximately £342.
The first train from Barnstaple to Scunthorpe leaves at 5:48.
The train station in Barnstaple that goes to Scunthorpe is Barnstaple station (BNP), and it arrives at Scunthorpe station (SCU).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Barnstaple to Scunthorpe.
The last train from Barnstaple to Scunthorpe departs at 22:41.
Yes, you can take the train from Barnstaple to Scunthorpe.
Trains from Barnstaple to Scunthorpe run approximately 6 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Barnstaple to Scunthorpe.
To travel from Barnstaple to Scunthorpe, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Barnstaple to Scunthorpe.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Barnstaple and Scunthorpe
Barnstaple
Scunthorpe
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 Scunthorpe.
Amenities at train station
information
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 Scunthorpe is Scunthorpe. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Scunthorpe for your journey to Scunthorpe from Barnstaple.
Amenities at train station
information
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 19:30 Saturday 05:45 - 19:30 Sunday 08:45 - 19:30
Shopping
- Type of shops available: News Agent on Platform 1 selling newspapers, magazines, snacks, hot and cold drinks. Opening hours approx 0645 to 1700 Monday to Saturday.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. Lifts are used to provide level access from Platform 1 to Platform 2. This station is partially staffed. The station staffing hours are: Monday to Saturday: 05:30 - 20:00 Sunday: 08:45 - 20:00 This station is Category B2. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Outside of staffed station hours, assistance to board and alight the train on platform 1 can be provided by the Conductor. The conductor is usually positioned at the rear of the train. Customers requiring assistance to navigate through the station or access to platform 2 when the station is unstaffed are requested to contact the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay) to arrange alternative transport to the closest station where assistance can be provided.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine is located on Platform 1.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Scunthorpe
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Outside station entrance
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