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Barnstaple to Hereford trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Barnstaple and Hereford takes 5h 34m and the fastest train takes 4h 22m. There is a train service every few hours from Barnstaple to Hereford. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 34m
Duration
185 mi
Distance
£87
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Barnstaple to Hereford train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Barnstaple and Hereford. 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 Hereford at 9:57 AM. All services require a transfer at Exeter St Davids and take an average of 5h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 19, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales11h 16m • 3 changes

Departing Tuesday, October 20, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 31m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 4m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 22m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 18m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 31m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 4m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 22m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 18m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 22, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 31m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 4m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 22m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 18m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, October 23, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 31m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 4m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 22m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 18m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

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Map of how to get from Barnstaple to Hereford.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 184.6 mi
  • Duration: 5h 34m

What companies run services between Barnstaple, England and Hereford, England?

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Hereford via Exeter St Davids, Bristol Parkway, and Newport (S Wales) in around 4h 53m.

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