The cheapest and fastest trains from Brighton to Barnstaple
Cheapest price
£115
Average price
£115
Fastest journey
6 h 14 m
Average duration
6 h 14 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
276 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brighton to Barnstaple is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brighton to Barnstaple will cost around £115 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £115.
Of the 1 trains that leave Brighton for Barnstaple 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 276 km distance in an average of 6 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 14 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 14 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.
7:136h14Brighton13:27Barnstaple£1151One-way0 changes
7:136h14Brighton13:27Barnstaple£1151One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Brighton to Barnstaple
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Barnstaple among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £49. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £49, and a train costs an average of £56.
Distance: 276 km
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£88 Average Price | £63 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 5m Average total duration Fastest 4h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 28m Average total duration 6h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Brighton to Barnstaple train times
The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Barnstaple 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:26 Brighton | 4h59 | 11:25 Barnstaple | 3 changes | |
![]() | 7:26 Brighton | 4h59 | 12:25 Barnstaple | 3 changes | |
![]() | 8:09 Brighton | 5h20 | 13:29 Barnstaple | 3 changes | |
![]() | 9:28 Brighton | 4h59 | 14:27 Barnstaple | 3 changes | |
![]() | 10:28 Brighton | 4h57 | 15:25 Barnstaple | 3 changes | |
![]() | 11:28 Brighton | 4h58 | 16:26 Barnstaple | 3 changes | |
![]() | 12:28 Brighton | 5h00 | 17:28 Barnstaple | 3 changes | |
![]() | 13:28 Brighton | 5h05 | 18:33 Barnstaple | 3 changes | |
![]() | 14:28 Brighton | 5h03 | 19:31 Barnstaple | 3 changes | |
![]() | 15:14 Brighton | 5h18 | 20:32 Barnstaple | 3 changes | |
![]() | 16:14 Brighton | 5h19 | 21:33 Barnstaple | 3 changes | |
![]() | 17:28 Brighton | 5h09 | 22:37 Barnstaple | 3 changes | |
![]() | 21:58 Brighton | 8h21 | 6:19 Barnstaple | 3 changes | |
![]() | 22:28 Brighton | 12h01 | 10:29 Barnstaple | 3 changes | |
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Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Thameslink to find the best option for your trip from Brighton to Barnstaple.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Thameslink to find the best option for your trip from Brighton to Barnstaple.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Brighton to Barnstaple.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Brighton to Barnstaple
Trains from Brighton to Barnstaple run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £56 but you can travel from only £49 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 21:39. The fastest train covers the 276 km distance in 5h 44m.
Distance 276 km |
Average train duration 4h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £56 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 44m |
First train 0:07 |
Last train 21:39 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Thameslink from Brighton to Barnstaple trainsGreat Western Railway, Thameslink trains will get you between Brighton and Barnstaple from £49. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Brighton to Barnstaple train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton to Barnstaple 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 Barnstaple, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Brighton and Barnstaple
Most Brighton to Barnstaple trains use the Brighton to Barnstaple station pair. Use this guide to compare Brighton and Barnstaple train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Brighton station do trains to Barnstaple leave from?
Getting to Brighton from Brighton city centre
Brighton train station facilities and services
Brighton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Grand Central, The Cyclist
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Brighton. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Brighton. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Brighton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Brighton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Brighton: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Jurys Inn Brighton, Ibis Brighton City Centre, My Brighton Hotel.
Getting to Hove from Brighton city centre
Hove is 2 km from Brighton city centre. Public transport options include:
Hove train station facilities and services
Hove has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Hove.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hove.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hove: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hove: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hove: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Barnstaple station do trains from Brighton arrive at?
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.
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