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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Poole to Barnstaple
Cheapest price
£101
Average price
£101
Fastest journey
5 h 45 m
Average duration
5 h 45 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
151 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Poole to Barnstaple is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Poole to Barnstaple will cost around £101 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £101.
Of the 1 trains that leave Poole 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 151 km distance in an average of 5 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 45 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 45 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 Poole to Barnstaple
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Poole to Barnstaple among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £78. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £78, and a train costs an average of £101.
Distance: 151 km
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£102 Average Price | £78 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 4h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 25m Average total duration 10h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Poole to Barnstaple train times
The table below shows live departures for Poole to Barnstaple trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 26 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 04:40 Poole | 5h45 | 10:25 Barnstaple | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Poole to Barnstaple
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Trains from Poole to Barnstaple run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £101 but you can travel from only £78 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:47, the last at 16:31. The fastest train covers the 151 km distance in 5h 45m.
Distance 151 km |
Average train duration 4h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £101 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 5h 45m |
First train 05:47 |
Last train 16:31 |
Train companies: South Western Railway, Great Western Rail from Poole to Barnstaple trainsSouth Western Railway, Great Western Rail trains will get you between Poole and Barnstaple from £78. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Poole to Barnstaple train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Poole 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Poole and Barnstaple
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:55 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 18:00 Sunday 09:00 - 19:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - There is level access to both sides of the station by ramps. Interchange between platforms is via a ramped underpass at the London end of the platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Booking Hall and in the Waiting Room on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located in the Main Booking Hall; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt, off Serpentine Road
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
- 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
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