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The cheapest and fastest trains from Loughborough to Barnstaple
Showing times and prices for 05 May
Cheapest price
£255
Average price
£264
Fastest journey
4 h 59 m
Average duration
5 h 29 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
271 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Loughborough to Barnstaple is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Loughborough to Barnstaple will cost around £264 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £255.
Fast trains
To travel from Loughborough to Barnstaple you need to make at least 2 changes.
16:326h05Loughborough22:37Barnstaple£2551One-way4 changes- 20:519h28Loughborough6:19Barnstaple£2571One-way3 changes
- 14:324h59Loughborough19:31Barnstaple£2691One-way3 changes
- 22:4111h48Loughborough10:29Barnstaple£2691One-way3 changes
- 6:485h37Loughborough12:25Barnstaple£2731One-way4 changes
- 14:324h59Loughborough19:31Barnstaple£2691One-way3 changes
- 9:505h35Loughborough15:25Barnstaple£2791One-way2 changes
- 7:535h36Loughborough13:29Barnstaple£2791One-way2 changes
- 6:485h37Loughborough12:25Barnstaple£2731One-way4 changes
- 6:475h38Loughborough12:25Barnstaple£2791One-way2 changes
Live departures
Loughborough to Barnstaple train times
The table below shows live departures for Loughborough to Barnstaple trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 5 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1:43 Loughborough | 9h42 | 11:25 Barnstaple | 2 changes | |
| 6:47 Loughborough | 5h38 | 12:25 Barnstaple | 2 changes | |
| 6:48 Loughborough | 5h37 | 12:25 Barnstaple | 4 changes | |
| 7:53 Loughborough | 5h36 | 13:29 Barnstaple | 2 changes | |
| 8:48 Loughborough | 5h39 | 14:27 Barnstaple | 2 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Loughborough to Barnstaple
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Trains from Loughborough to Barnstaple run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £250 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:25, the last at 21:10. The fastest train covers the 271 km distance in 5h 32m.
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 271 km |
Average train duration 5h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £250 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 5h 32m |
First train 6:25 |
Last train 21:10 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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 Railway, east_midlands_trains from Loughborough to Barnstaple trainsGreat Western Railway, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Loughborough and Barnstaple from £250. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Railway
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
Average Duration
5h 43m
Cheapest Price
£52
Great Western Railway frequency
1 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
east_midlands_trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 32m
Cheapest Price
£250
east_midlands_trains frequency
17 a day
FAQs: Loughborough to Barnstaple train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Loughborough 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 cost of a train ticket from Loughborough to Barnstaple can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £250, while the average price tends to be around £268.
The train journey from Loughborough to Barnstaple covers a distance of 271 km and takes approximately 5h 32m. Trains run 3 per day.
The train distance from Loughborough to Barnstaple is 271 km.
The first train from Loughborough to Barnstaple leaves at 6:25.
The last train from Loughborough to Barnstaple departs at 21:10.
Trains from Loughborough to Barnstaple run approximately 3 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Loughborough to Barnstaple.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Loughborough to Barnstaple.
To get from Loughborough to Barnstaple, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Loughborough to Barnstaple.
The train station in Loughborough that goes to Barnstaple is Loughborough station (LBO), and it arrives at Barnstaple station (BNP).
The cheapest way to get from Loughborough to Barnstaple is by train, costing approximately £250.
Booking trains from Loughborough 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 Loughborough to Barnstaple is quite scenic, offering views of the rolling countryside, picturesque villages, and parts of the Exmoor National Park, especially as the route approaches the Devon region.
A day trip from Loughborough to Barnstaple is not feasible as the journey takes 5h 32m. Trains run 3 times per day.
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 Loughborough to Barnstaple.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Loughborough and Barnstaple
Loughborough
Barnstaple
The major train station for departures in Loughborough is Loughborough. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Loughborough for your trip from Loughborough to Barnstaple.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
1 km
Number of platforms
3Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Nottingham Road.
Dining
- The Basin
- The Orange Tree
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Ramps.
WC
- £0.30
Hotel
- Premier Inn Loughborough
- Travelodge Loughborough Central
- Ramada Loughborough Hotel
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Enterprise
- Europcar
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: access to platforms 1-3
Public transport options for Loughborough
- Bus: Several local bus services available
- Taxi: Taxi rank outside the station
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 Loughborough.
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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