The cheapest and fastest trains from Plymouth station (PLY) to Barnstaple station (BNP)
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£6
Fastest journey
2 h 10 m
Average duration
2 h 10 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
78 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Plymouth station (PLY) to Barnstaple station (BNP) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Plymouth station (PLY) to Barnstaple station (BNP) will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
Of the 1 trains that leave Plymouth station (PLY) for Barnstaple station (BNP) 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 78 km distance in an average of 2 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 10 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 10 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Plymouth station (PLY) to Barnstaple station (BNP)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Plymouth station (PLY) to Barnstaple station (BNP) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £6, and a coach costs an average of £26.
Distance: 78 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£10 Average Price Cheapest | £26 Average Price |
2h 36m Average total duration Fastest 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 11m Average total duration 2h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Plymouth station (PLY) to Barnstaple station (BNP) train times
The table below shows live departures for Plymouth station (PLY) to Barnstaple station (BNP) trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 17 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:15 Plymouth station (PLY) | 2h10 | 12:25 Barnstaple station (BNP) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Plymouth station (PLY) to Barnstaple station (BNP) by train or coach
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Why should you book Plymouth station (PLY) to Barnstaple station (BNP) trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Great Western Rail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Plymouth station (PLY) to Barnstaple station (BNP).
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Rail with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Plymouth station (PLY) to Barnstaple station (BNP).
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Plymouth station (PLY) to Barnstaple station (BNP).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Plymouth station (PLY) to Barnstaple station (BNP)
Trains from Plymouth station (PLY) to Barnstaple station (BNP) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 09:15, the last at 12:15. The fastest train covers the 78 km distance in 2h 10m.
Distance 78 km |
Average train duration 2h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 10m |
First train 09:15 |
Last train 12:15 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Plymouth station (PLY) to Barnstaple station (BNP) trainsGreat Western Rail, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Plymouth station (PLY) and Barnstaple station (BNP) from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Plymouth station (PLY) to Barnstaple station (BNP) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plymouth station (PLY) to Barnstaple station (BNP) 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 station (BNP), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Plymouth station (PLY) and Barnstaple station (BNP)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 20:00 Saturday 05:20 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:30
- Type of shops available: WHSmith and Spar Supermarket
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and the station subway. 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 may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Station pay phones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4, Platform 7 and adjacent ticket counters.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Within accessible wc's
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 3 and 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 17:50 Saturday 06:15 - 17:50 Sunday 09:20 - 16:40
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Station Masters Cafe
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
