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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Barnstaple among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £72 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 9m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £72, while a flight costs an average of £345.
Distance: 187 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
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£77 Average Price | £72 Average Price Cheapest | £345 Average Price | £37 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 9m Average total duration Fastest 3h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 15m Average total duration 6h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration 2h 25m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 13m 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 Southampton to Barnstaple, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Southampton to Barnstaple:
A coach is £5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Southampton to Barnstaple costing on average £77.
A coach is £274 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Southampton to Barnstaple costing on average £345.
Other travel options to Barnstaple take longer:
Flight takes on average 4h 25m.
Coach takes on average 7h 15m.
Tickets start at around £77 compared to roughly £37 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£40. The journey takes 3h 39m versus 3h 13m 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 Barnstaple from Southampton by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Southampton to Barnstaple is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Barnstaple are Exeter. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Barnstaple on Omio.
Exeter is a compact Devon city known for its Norman cathedral, Roman history and lively quayside. Medieval streets, independent shops and a strong student presence give it a relaxed but energetic character.
Travel to Barnstaple 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 Southampton to Barnstaple.
This is compared to other travel options from Southampton to Barnstaple:
A coach is £5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Southampton to Barnstaple costing on average £77.
A coach is £274 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Southampton to Barnstaple costing on average £345.
Other travel options to Barnstaple take longer:
Flight takes on average 4h 25m.
Coach takes on average 7h 15m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Southampton and Barnstaple as scheduled services by coach and train can vary by season or day of the week.
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