Barnstaple to Umberleigh train with Great Western Railway (GWR)

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Compare train and coach for Barnstaple to Umberleigh

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barnstaple to Umberleigh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £2 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 38m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £2, while a train costs an average of £12.

Distance: 11 km

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Train
Coach
Driving

£12

Average Price

£2

Average Price

Cheapest

£2

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(fuel + tolls)

38m

Average total duration

Fastest

8m

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30m

Additional time*

48m

Average total duration

18m

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30m

Additional time*

17m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

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The cheapest way to travel from Barnstaple to Umberleigh is a coach with an average price of £2.

This is compared to other travel options from Barnstaple to Umberleigh:

A coach is £10 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barnstaple to Umberleigh costing on average £12.

The fastest way to travel from Barnstaple to Umberleigh is by train with an average journey time of 8m.

Other travel options to Umberleigh take longer:

Coach takes on average 18m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Barnstaple and Umberleigh including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 9m sooner (8m by train vs 17m by car). Tickets start at around £12 compared to roughly £2 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Direct services run with Great Western Railway (GWR).

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Barnstaple to Umberleigh train times

The table below shows live departures for Barnstaple to Umberleigh trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Great Western Railway15:35 Barnstaple
0h08
15:43 Umberleigh0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Compare prices and tickets Barnstaple to Umberleigh by train or coach

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Barnstaple to Umberleigh

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Trains from Barnstaple to Umberleigh run on average 8 times per day, taking around 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £2 by coach.

There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:08, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 11 km distance in 8m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £2
Distance
11 km
Average train duration
8m
Cheapest ticket price
£12
Trains per day
8
Direct trains
8
Fastest train
8m
First train
6:08
Last train
23:53
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Best time to book
7 days
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £2

Train companies: Great Western Railway (GWR) from Barnstaple to Umberleigh trainsGreat Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Barnstaple and Umberleigh from £2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Great Western Railway (GWR) Duration
8m
Cheapest Great Western Railway (GWR) Price
£12
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
12 a day

FAQs: Barnstaple to Umberleigh train

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

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Barnstaple to Umberleigh can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £12, while the average price tends to be around £12.
The train journey from Barnstaple to Umberleigh covers a distance of 11 km and takes approximately 8m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train distance from Barnstaple to Umberleigh is 11 km.
The first train from Barnstaple to Umberleigh leaves at 6:08.
The last train from Barnstaple to Umberleigh departs at 23:53.
Trains from Barnstaple to Umberleigh run approximately 8 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Barnstaple to Umberleigh.
Yes, there is a direct train between Barnstaple and Umberleigh. The service operates 8 times per day, provided by Great Western Railway (GWR).
To get from Barnstaple to Umberleigh, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Barnstaple to Umberleigh.
The train station in Barnstaple that goes to Umberleigh is Barnstaple station (BNP), and it arrives at Umberleigh station (UMB).
The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Umberleigh is by coach, costing approximately £2.
Booking trains from Barnstaple to Umberleigh in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Barnstaple to Umberleigh is considered scenic, taking passengers through the picturesque North Devon countryside, with views of rolling hills and the meandering River Taw.
Yes, a day trip from Barnstaple to Umberleigh is feasible as the journey takes only 8m and covers 11 km. Trains run 7 times per day.
A stay of 1 to 2 days in Umberleigh allows you to enjoy the quaint village atmosphere, explore local countryside walks, and visit nearby attractions such as the River Taw and charming Devon villages.
Yes, you can take the train from Barnstaple to Umberleigh.

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Important Stations and Airports in Barnstaple and Umberleigh

Most Barnstaple to Umberleigh trains use the Barnstaple to Umberleigh station pair. Use this guide to compare Barnstaple and Umberleigh 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 Umberleigh

Which Barnstaple station do trains to Umberleigh leave from?

Trains from Barnstaple to Umberleigh 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 3451652030ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
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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