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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barnstaple to Southampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £64 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 2m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £64, while a flight costs an average of £430.
Distance: 187 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
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£64 Average Price Cheapest | £68 Average Price | £430 Average Price | £37 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 2m Average total duration Fastest 3h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 32m Average total duration 7h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 35m Average total duration 3h 35m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from Barnstaple to Southampton, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Barnstaple to Southampton:
A train is £5 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Barnstaple to Southampton costing on average £68.
A train is £367 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barnstaple to Southampton costing on average £430.
Other travel options to Southampton take longer:
Flight takes on average 5h 35m.
Coach takes on average 7h 32m.
Tickets start at around £64 compared to roughly £37 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£27. The journey takes 3h 32m versus 3h 12m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
How to get to Southampton from Barnstaple by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Barnstaple to Southampton is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Southampton are London, Cowes, Winchester, Portsmouth and Bournemouth. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Southampton on Omio.
London blends royal history with modern city life, known for its museums, theatre and global food scene. Along the Thames, grand landmarks sit beside diverse neighbourhoods shaped by finance, fashion and contemporary culture.
Winchester is a historic Hampshire city known for its cathedral, medieval streets and links to King Alfred the Great. Once an Anglo-Saxon capital, it feels compact, walkable and quietly elegant.
Portsmouth is a waterfront city on England’s south coast, known for its naval heritage and historic dockyard. Its island setting, working harbour and seafront give it a distinctly maritime character, with Old Portsmouth adding older streets and pubs.
Bournemouth is a south coast seaside town known for its long sandy beach, Victorian gardens and pier. It has a relaxed holiday feel, with a busy seafront, clifftop views and a lively town centre.
Travel to Southampton 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 Barnstaple to Southampton.
This is compared to other travel options from Barnstaple to Southampton:
A train is £5 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Barnstaple to Southampton costing on average £68.
A train is £367 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barnstaple to Southampton costing on average £430.
Other travel options to Southampton take longer:
Flight takes on average 5h 35m.
Coach takes on average 7h 32m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Barnstaple and Southampton as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.
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