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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Barnstaple
Cheapest price
£145
Average price
£146
Fastest journey
8 h 31 m
Average duration
9 h 6 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
545 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Barnstaple is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Barnstaple will cost around £146 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £145.
Of the 2 trains that leave Edinburgh for Barnstaple every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 545 km distance in an average of 9 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 31 m .
The slowest trains will take 9 h 41 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.
8:529h41Edinburgh18:33Barnstaple£1451One-way0 changes
11:008h31Edinburgh19:31Barnstaple£1481One-way0 changes
- 11:008h31Edinburgh19:31Barnstaple£1481One-way0 changes
- 8:529h41Edinburgh18:33Barnstaple£1451One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Edinburgh to Barnstaple
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Barnstaple among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £60. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £60, and a train costs an average of £125.
Distance: 545 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£151 Average Price | £87 Average Price Cheapest | £98 Average Price |
9h 9m Average total duration 8h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 41m Average total duration 15h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Edinburgh to Barnstaple train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Barnstaple trains for today, Tuesday 21 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:52 Edinburgh | 8h41 | 21:33 Barnstaple | 4 changes | |
| 12:52 Edinburgh | 8h41 | 21:33 Barnstaple | 3 changes | |
| 14:52 Edinburgh | 15h27 | 6:19 Barnstaple | 3 changes | |
| 16:52 Edinburgh | 13h27 | 6:19 Barnstaple | 4 changes | |
| 18:52 Edinburgh | 15h37 | 10:29 Barnstaple | 4 changes | |
| 18:52 Edinburgh | 15h37 | 10:29 Barnstaple | 3 changes | |
| Wednesday 22 July | |||||
| 8:52 Edinburgh | 9h41 | 18:33 Barnstaple | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:00 Edinburgh | 8h31 | 19:31 Barnstaple | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Barnstaple
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Barnstaple run on average 6 times per day, taking around 8h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £125 but you can travel from only £36 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 06:06, the last at 17:30. The fastest train covers the 545 km distance in 8h 26m.
Distance 545 km |
Average train duration 8h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £125 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 8h 26m |
First train 6:06 |
Last train 17:30 |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway, Caledonian Sleeper from Edinburgh to Barnstaple trainsCrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway, Caledonian Sleeper trains will get you between Edinburgh and Barnstaple from £36. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Edinburgh to Barnstaple train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh and Barnstaple
Most Edinburgh to Barnstaple trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Barnstaple station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Barnstaple train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
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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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