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The cheapest and fastest trains from Hitchin to Barnstaple
Showing times and prices for 04 Mar
Cheapest price
£226
Average price
£226
Fastest journey
4 h 30 m
Average duration
4 h 31 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
280 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hitchin to Barnstaple is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hitchin to Barnstaple will cost around £226 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £226.
Fast trains
To travel from Hitchin to Barnstaple you need to make at least 3 changes.
06:554h30
Hitchin11:25Barnstaple
£2261One-way
3 changes
07:554h30
Hitchin12:25Barnstaple
£2261One-way
3 changes
08:554h34
Hitchin13:29Barnstaple
£2261One-way
3 changes
09:554h32
Hitchin14:27Barnstaple
£2261One-way
3 changes
10:554h30
Hitchin15:25Barnstaple
£2261One-way
3 changes
06:554h30
Hitchin11:25Barnstaple
£2261One-way
3 changes
07:554h30
Hitchin12:25Barnstaple
£2261One-way
3 changes
10:554h30
Hitchin15:25Barnstaple
£2261One-way
3 changes
11:554h31
Hitchin16:26Barnstaple
£2261One-way
3 changes
09:554h32
Hitchin14:27Barnstaple
£2261One-way
3 changes
Live departures
Hitchin to Barnstaple train times
The table below shows live departures for Hitchin to Barnstaple trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 4 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 19:53
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:55 Hitchin | 4h30 | 11:25 Barnstaple | 3 changes | |
| 07:55 Hitchin | 4h30 | 12:25 Barnstaple | 3 changes | |
| 08:55 Hitchin | 4h34 | 13:29 Barnstaple | 3 changes | |
| 09:55 Hitchin | 4h32 | 14:27 Barnstaple | 3 changes | |
| 10:55 Hitchin | 4h30 | 15:25 Barnstaple | 3 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hitchin to Barnstaple
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Hitchin to Barnstaple and enjoy the approximately 280 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 06:25, the last at 18:41.
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
Distance 280 km |
Average train duration 4h 25m |
First train 06:25 |
Last train 18:41 |
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
Train companies: Great Western Rail from Hitchin to Barnstaple trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Hitchin and Barnstaple. 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
2 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
FAQs: Hitchin to Barnstaple train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hitchin 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.
The train distance from Hitchin to Barnstaple is 280 km.
The first train from Hitchin to Barnstaple leaves at 6:25.
The last train from Hitchin to Barnstaple departs at 18:41.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Hitchin to Barnstaple.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Hitchin to Barnstaple.
To travel from Hitchin to Barnstaple, you can take a .
There is no night train service from Hitchin to Barnstaple.
The train station in Hitchin that goes to Barnstaple is Hitchin station (HIT), and it arrives at Barnstaple station (BNP).
Booking trains from Hitchin to Barnstaple in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Hitchin to Barnstaple offers scenic views, particularly when passing through the picturesque countryside and rolling hills of Somerset and Devon.
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.
Yes, you can take the train from Hitchin to Barnstaple.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hitchin and Barnstaple
Hitchin
Barnstaple
The major train station for departures in Hitchin is Hitchin. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Hitchin for your trip from Hitchin to Barnstaple.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 20:00 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 07:15 - 18:30
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Coffee shop, Platform1 and Newsagent, Platform 2
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- 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 the front of the station next to the night gate.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern 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
WC
- Toilets Location: WC available on Platform 1 and 2 Accessible Toilet Location - Platform 1
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting rooms are available on both platforms
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Station entrance
- 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 Hitchin.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike 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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