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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Barnstaple to York
Cheapest price
£95
Average price
£95
Fastest journey
7 h 5 m
Average duration
7 h 5 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
378 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barnstaple to York is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barnstaple to York will cost around £95 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £95.
Of the 1 trains that leave Barnstaple for York every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 378 km distance in an average of 7 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 5 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 5 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Barnstaple to York
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barnstaple to York among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £43. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £43, and a train costs an average of £76.
Distance: 378 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£111 Average Price | £64 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 39m Average total duration Fastest 6h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 7m Average total duration 12h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Barnstaple to York train times
The table below shows live departures for Barnstaple to York trains for today, Thursday 27 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 07:22 Barnstaple | 7h07 | 14:29 York | 1 change | |
| 08:35 Barnstaple | 6h55 | 15:30 York | 1 change | |
| 09:35 Barnstaple | 6h54 | 16:29 York | 1 change | |
| 10:35 Barnstaple | 6h54 | 17:29 York | 1 change | |
| Friday 28 November | |||||
| 05:25 Barnstaple | 7h05 | 12:30 York | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barnstaple to York
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Barnstaple to York run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £76 but you can travel from only £43 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 22:41. The fastest train covers the 378 km distance in 5h 52m.
Distance 378 km |
Average train duration 6h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £76 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 52m |
First train 04:40 |
Last train 22:41 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, first_great_western from Barnstaple to York trainsCrossCountry, first_great_western trains will get you between Barnstaple and York from £43. 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 York train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barnstaple to York 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 York, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Barnstaple and York
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Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 17:50 Saturday 06:15 - 17:50 Sunday 09:20 - 16:40
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Station Masters Cafe
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
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ATMAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00 For Advance Purchases, the opening hours are: Mon - Fri 08:00 until 19:00. Sat 08:00 until 18:00. Sun 09:00 until 18:00
- Car Park: Station Short Stay Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The Ladies toilets are located in the Main Concourse and in the Waiting Room between Platforms 7 and 9. The Gents toilet is adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9. The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within station, within car park, and next to the ticket office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E outside the Principal Hotel
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