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Barnstaple to Hereford trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Barnstaple and Hereford takes 5h 33m 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 33m
Duration
185 mi
Distance
£87
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train via Bristol

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  1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain train
  2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Parkwaytrain train
  3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Herefordtrain train
4h 51m
£68–135

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 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales15h 3m • 3 changes

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 56m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 25m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 50m • 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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Departing Monday, October 12, 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 Tuesday, October 13, 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 14, 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 15, 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

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Barnstaple to Hereford? 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.

Map of how to get from Barnstaple to Hereford.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 184.6 mi
  • Duration: 5h 33m

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 51m.

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