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Compare coach and train for Preston to Barnstaple
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Preston to Barnstaple among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £58. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £58, and a train costs an average of £109.
Distance: 312 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£109 Average Price | £65 Average Price Cheapest |
7h 35m Average total duration Fastest 7h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 20h 43m Average total duration 20h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Preston to Barnstaple train times
The table below shows live departures for Preston to Barnstaple trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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 | 7:19 Preston | 6h10 | 13:29 Barnstaple | 4 changes | |
| 7:19 Preston | 6h10 | 13:29 Barnstaple | 3 changes | |
| 8:17 Preston | 6h10 | 14:27 Barnstaple | 4 changes | |
| 8:17 Preston | 6h10 | 14:27 Barnstaple | 3 changes | |
| 9:19 Preston | 6h06 | 15:25 Barnstaple | 4 changes | |
| 9:19 Preston | 6h06 | 15:25 Barnstaple | 3 changes | |
| 10:18 Preston | 6h08 | 16:26 Barnstaple | 4 changes | |
| 10:18 Preston | 6h08 | 16:26 Barnstaple | 3 changes | |
| 11:18 Preston | 6h10 | 17:28 Barnstaple | 4 changes | |
| 11:18 Preston | 6h10 | 17:28 Barnstaple | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Preston to Barnstaple
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Preston to Barnstaple run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £109 but you can travel from only £58 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:18, the last at 16:31. The fastest train covers the 312 km distance in 7h 5m.
Distance 312 km |
Average train duration 7h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £109 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 7h 5m |
First train 6:18 |
Last train 16:31 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Preston to Barnstaple trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Preston and Barnstaple from £58. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Preston to Barnstaple train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston 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 Preston and Barnstaple
Most Preston to Barnstaple trains use the Preston to Barnstaple station pair. Use this guide to compare Preston and Barnstaple train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Preston station do trains to Barnstaple leave from?
Getting to Preston from Preston city centre
Preston is 1 km from Preston city centre. Public transport options include:
Preston train station facilities and services
Preston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Rise, The Olive Tree Brasserie, Turtle Bay
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Preston. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Preston. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Preston: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Preston: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Preston: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Preston - South, Delta Hotels Preston, Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel.
Which Barnstaple station do trains from Preston 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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