The average train between Barnstaple and Dartford takes 5h 10m and the fastest train takes 4h 20m. There is a train service every few hours from Barnstaple to Dartford. 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 hourly between Barnstaple and Dartford. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Barnstaple is at 10:41 PM which arrives into Dartford at 6:52 AM. All services require a transfer at Exeter St Davids and take an average of 5h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Barnstaple to Dartford? 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 Dartford. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple station and arriving at Dartford station via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.
Barnstaple to Dartford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Barnstaple station.
Barnstaple to Dartford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.
Book your Barnstaple to Dartford train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Elizabeth Line (TfL) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Barnstaple and Dartford is 300 km. The road distance is 374 km.
You can take a train from Barnstaple to Dartford via Exeter St Davids, London Paddington, Abbey Wood, and Abbey Wood (London) in around 4h 43m.