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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Sheffield to Barnstaple
Cheapest price
£144
Average price
£144
Fastest journey
5 h 32 m
Average duration
5 h 32 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
311 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sheffield to Barnstaple is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Barnstaple will cost around £144 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £144.
Of the 1 trains that leave Sheffield 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 311 km distance in an average of 5 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 32 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 32 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 Sheffield to Barnstaple
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Barnstaple among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £51. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £51, and a train costs an average of £76.
Distance: 311 km
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£110 Average Price | £55 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 56m Average total duration Fastest 5h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 10m Average total duration 8h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Sheffield to Barnstaple train times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Barnstaple trains for tomorrow, Friday 28 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:56 Sheffield | 5h32 | 16:28 Barnstaple | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sheffield to Barnstaple
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Trains from Sheffield to Barnstaple run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £76 but you can travel from only £51 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:25, the last at 17:33. The fastest train covers the 311 km distance in 5h 29m.
Distance 311 km |
Average train duration 5h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £76 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 29m |
First train 06:25 |
Last train 17:33 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, CrossCountry, Cross Country from Sheffield to Barnstaple trainsGreat Western Rail, CrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Sheffield and Barnstaple from £51. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Sheffield to Barnstaple train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield 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 Sheffield and Barnstaple
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Dining
ATM
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WC
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:50 Saturday 05:00 - 22:50 Sunday 07:45 - 23:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the concourse and ticket hall. There are lifts available to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- 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 the Main Concourse, Platform 1, Platform 2/3, Platform 5 and Platform 6/8. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 5 and Platform 6/8; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Customer Reception upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub located at station entrance (next to taxi rank). Additional stands available on Platform 6.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E5 or E6 in the Bus station.
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike 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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