The cheapest and fastest trains from Cheltenham to Barnstaple
Cheapest price
£30
Average price
£30
Fastest journey
3 h 33 m
Average duration
3 h 33 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
164 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cheltenham to Barnstaple is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cheltenham to Barnstaple will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
Of the 1 trains that leave Cheltenham 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 164 km distance in an average of 3 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 33 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 33 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.


Live departures
Cheltenham to Barnstaple train times
The table below shows live departures for Cheltenham to Barnstaple trains for tomorrow, Monday 10 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 07:52 Cheltenham | 3h33 | 11:25 Barnstaple | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cheltenham to Barnstaple
Trains from Cheltenham to Barnstaple run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:14, the last at 20:52. The fastest train covers the 164 km distance in 3h 16m.
Distance 164 km |
Average train duration 3h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 16m |
First train 06:14 |
Last train 20:52 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country, first_great_western from Cheltenham to Barnstaple trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Cheltenham and Barnstaple from £30. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cheltenham to Barnstaple train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cheltenham 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 Cheltenham and Barnstaple
- 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible from Queens Road.
- The Railway Inn
- The Coconut Tree
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- £0.50
- Queens Hotel Cheltenham
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cheltenham
- Hotel du Vin & Bistro Cheltenham
- Located near the main entrance
- 300 places, covered
- Located near the main entrance
- Free
- The station has a main concourse with ticketing facilities and waiting areas, with platforms accessible via lifts and stairs.
- Bus: Several local bus services available
- Taxi: Taxi rank outside the station
- 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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