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The cheapest and fastest trains from Newquay to Barnstaple
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£23
Fastest journey
5 h 13 m
Average duration
5 h 13 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
103 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newquay to Barnstaple is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newquay to Barnstaple will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £23.
Fast trains
Of the 1 trains that leave Newquay for Barnstaple every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 103 km distance in an average of 5 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 13 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 13 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.
12:205h13
Newquay17:33Barnstaple
£231One-way
0 changes
12:205h13
Newquay17:33Barnstaple
£231One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Newquay to Barnstaple
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newquay to Barnstaple among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 103 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£20 Average Price | £10 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 32m Average total duration Fastest 4h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 58m Average total duration 9h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Newquay to Barnstaple train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 09:17
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 11:09 Newquay | 4h16 | 15:25 Barnstaple | 3 changes | |
| 11:09 Newquay | 5h16 | 16:25 Barnstaple | 2 changes | |
| 13:10 Newquay | 4h18 | 17:28 Barnstaple | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Newquay to Barnstaple
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Newquay to Barnstaple run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
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 £8
Distance 103 km |
Average train duration 4h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 4h 8m |
First train 05:47 |
Last train 19:22 |
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 £8
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Newquay to Barnstaple trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Newquay and Barnstaple from £8. 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
Average Duration
4h 8m
Cheapest Price
£14
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
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 2m
Cheapest Price
£130
first_great_western frequency
7 a day
FAQs: Newquay to Barnstaple train
FAQs: Travel by train from Newquay to Barnstaple easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Newquay to Barnstaple.
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 Newquay to Barnstaple is 103 km.
The train journey from Newquay to Barnstaple covers a distance of 103 km and takes approximately 4h 8m. Trains run 4 per day.
Booking trains from Newquay to Barnstaple in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
To get from Newquay to Barnstaple, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The first train from Newquay to Barnstaple leaves at 5:47.
The cost of a train ticket from Newquay to Barnstaple can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £14, while the average price tends to be around £20.
The cheapest way to get from Newquay to Barnstaple is by coach, costing approximately £8.
The last train from Newquay to Barnstaple departs at 19:22.
The train station in Newquay that goes to Barnstaple is Newquay station (NQY), and it arrives at Barnstaple station (BNP).
Trains from Newquay to Barnstaple run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Newquay to Barnstaple.
Yes, you can take the train from Newquay to Barnstaple.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Newquay to Barnstaple.
There is no night train service from Newquay to Barnstaple.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Newquay and Barnstaple
Newquay
Barnstaple
The major train station for departures in Newquay is Newquay. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Newquay for your trip from Newquay to Barnstaple.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday Closed The ticket office is will not be open in 2022.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Contact local taxi firms for details
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Contact local taxi firms for details
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Waiting area under canopy
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Newquay
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop in the car park at the front of 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 Newquay.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibility
WCHotelLost 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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