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Compare coach and train for Falmer to Barnstaple
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Falmer to Barnstaple among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £83. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £83, and a train costs an average of £251.
Distance: 279 km
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£251 Average Price | £91 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 42m Average total duration Fastest 5h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 38m Average total duration 8h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Falmer to Barnstaple
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Trains from Falmer to Barnstaple run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £251 but you can travel from only £83 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:31, the last at 09:35. The fastest train covers the 279 km distance in 5h 14m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £83
Distance 279 km |
Average train duration 5h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £251 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 5h 14m |
First train 06:31 |
Last train 09:35 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £83
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Southern from Falmer to Barnstaple trainsGreat Western Rail, Southern trains will get you between Falmer and Barnstaple from £83. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Great Western Rail frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Southern
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 14m
Cheapest Price
£251
Southern frequency
12 a day
FAQs: Falmer to Barnstaple train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Falmer 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.
A visit to Barnstaple can typically be enjoyed over 2 to 3 days, giving you enough time to explore the town's historic centre, visit the Pannier Market, and enjoy the nearby countryside and coast.
The train distance from Falmer to Barnstaple is 279 km.
The train journey from Falmer to Barnstaple covers a distance of 279 km and takes approximately 5h 14m. Trains run 4 per day.
The first train from Falmer to Barnstaple leaves at 6:31.
The last train from Falmer to Barnstaple departs at 9:35.
Trains from Falmer to Barnstaple run approximately 4 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Falmer to Barnstaple.
There is no night train service from Falmer to Barnstaple.
Booking trains from Falmer to Barnstaple in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Falmer to Barnstaple can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £251, while the average price tends to be around £251.
The cheapest way to get from Falmer to Barnstaple is by coach, costing approximately £83.
The train station in Falmer that goes to Barnstaple is Falmer station (FMR), and it arrives at Barnstaple station (BNP).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Falmer to Barnstaple.
Yes, you can take the train from Falmer to Barnstaple.
A day trip from Falmer to Barnstaple is not feasible as the journey takes 5h 14m, with a frequency of 4 trains per day, over a distance of 279 km.
The train journey from Falmer to Barnstaple offers a scenic experience, passing through the picturesque landscapes of the South Downs and the rolling countryside of Devon, providing passengers with delightful views along the route.
To get from Falmer to Barnstaple, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Falmer and Barnstaple
Falmer
Barnstaple
The major train station for departures in Falmer is Falmer. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Falmer for your trip from Falmer to Barnstaple.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 19:50 Saturday 06:25 - 19:50 Sunday 09:10 - 16:45
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B1 station: Step-free access to both platforms via separate entrances. Access between platforms via long ramps. Assistance Meeting Point is on platform 1 adjacent to ladies toilets.
- 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: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area in the booking hall
Bike Parking
- Storage location: Station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
The major train station for arrivals in Barnstaple is Barnstaple. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Barnstaple for your journey to Barnstaple from Falmer.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWC
HotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 17:50 Saturday 06:15 - 17:50 Sunday 09:20 - 16:40
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
- Station Masters Cafe
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Barnstaple
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
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