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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Hitchin to Barnstaple
Cheapest price
£221
Average price
£221
Fastest journey
4 h 27 m
Average duration
4 h 31 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
280 km
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 £221 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £221.
To travel from Hitchin to Barnstaple you need to make at least 3 changes.
11:574h27Hitchin16:24Barnstaple£2211One-way3 changes- 12:574h35Hitchin17:32Barnstaple£2211One-way3 changes
- 14:574h30Hitchin19:27Barnstaple£2211One-way3 changes
- 15:574h29Hitchin20:26Barnstaple£2211One-way3 changes
- 16:574h34Hitchin21:31Barnstaple£2211One-way3 changes
- 11:574h27Hitchin16:24Barnstaple£2211One-way3 changes
- 15:574h29Hitchin20:26Barnstaple£2211One-way3 changes
- 14:574h30Hitchin19:27Barnstaple£2211One-way3 changes
- 16:574h34Hitchin21:31Barnstaple£2211One-way3 changes
- 12:574h35Hitchin17:32Barnstaple£2211One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Hitchin to Barnstaple
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hitchin 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 train which can get you there in 4h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £60, and a train costs an average of £221.
Distance: 280 km
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£221 Average Price | £61 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 34m Average total duration Fastest 4h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 46m Average total duration 7h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hitchin to Barnstaple
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Hitchin to Barnstaple run on average 10 times per day, taking around 4h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £221 but you can travel from only £60 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:25, the last at 18:41. The fastest train covers the 280 km distance in 4h 27m.
Distance 280 km |
Average train duration 4h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £221 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 4h 27m |
First train 6:25 |
Last train 18:41 |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Thameslink from Hitchin to Barnstaple trainsGreat Western Railway, Thameslink trains will get you between Hitchin and Barnstaple from £60. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hitchin and Barnstaple
Most Hitchin to Barnstaple trains use the Hitchin to Barnstaple station pair. Use this guide to compare Hitchin and Barnstaple train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Hitchin station do trains to Barnstaple leave from?
Getting to Hitchin from Hitchin city centre
Hitchin train station facilities and services
Hitchin has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Hitchin.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hitchin. ATMs are available at Hitchin.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hitchin.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hitchin: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hitchin: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hitchin: 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.
Which Barnstaple station do trains from Hitchin arrive at?
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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