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Compare coach and train for Bristol Airport to Barnstaple
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bristol Airport to Barnstaple among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £37. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £37, and a train costs an average of £55.
Distance: 100 km
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£56 Average Price | £40 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 11m Average total duration Fastest 2h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 43m Average total duration 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bristol Airport to Barnstaple train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol Airport to Barnstaple trains for today, Saturday 18 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:55 Bristol Airport | 3h32 | 13:27 Barnstaple | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Bristol Airport to Barnstaple by coach or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol Airport to Barnstaple
Trains from Bristol Airport to Barnstaple run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £55 but you can travel from only £37 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 09:55, the last at 13:55. The fastest train covers the 100 km distance in 3h 31m.
Distance 100 km |
Average train duration 2h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £55 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 31m |
First train 9:55 |
Last train 13:55 |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Train companies: Great Western Railway from Bristol Airport to Barnstaple trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Bristol Airport and Barnstaple from £37. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bristol Airport to Barnstaple train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol Airport 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.

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Important Stations and Airports in Bristol Airport and Barnstaple
Most Bristol Airport to Barnstaple trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Barnstaple station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol Airport and Barnstaple train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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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