The average train between Barnstaple and Blackburn takes 8h 26m and the fastest train takes 6h 49m. The train service runs several times per day from Barnstaple to Blackburn. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 3 hours between Barnstaple and Blackburn. The earliest departure is at 12:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Barnstaple is at 10:41 PM which arrives into Blackburn at 11:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Exeter St Davids and take an average of 8h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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7h 14m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Barnstaple to Blackburn? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Barnstaple to Blackburn. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple station and arriving at Blackburn station via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 26m.
Barnstaple to Blackburn train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Barnstaple station.
Barnstaple to Blackburn train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Preston station.
Book your Barnstaple to Blackburn train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Barnstaple and Blackburn is 315.5 km. The road distance is 512 km.
You can take a train from Barnstaple to Blackburn via Exeter St Davids, Birmingham New Street, and Preston in around 7h 34m.