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The average train between Barnstaple and Lincoln takes 7h 52m and the fastest train takes 6h 51m. The train service runs several times per day from Barnstaple to Lincoln. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

7h 52m
Duration
292 mi
Distance
£156
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain train
  2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Derbytrain train
  3. Take the train from Derby to Lincoln Centraltrain train
7h
£129–204

Barnstaple to Lincoln train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Barnstaple and Lincoln. The earliest departure is at 12:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Barnstaple is at 10:41 PM which arrives into Lincoln at 11:27 AM. All services require a transfer at Exeter St Davids and take an average of 7h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways7h 16m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways6h 53m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways7h 7m • 2 changes

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    Arrives next day

    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways12h 46m • 2 changes

Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways7h 2m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways6h 52m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways6h 52m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways6h 52m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways7h 2m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways6h 52m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways6h 52m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways6h 52m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways7h 2m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways6h 52m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways6h 52m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways6h 52m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways11h 20m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways6h 56m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways7h • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways6h 53m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways7h 15m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways7h 10m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

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Map of how to get from Barnstaple to Lincoln.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 292 mi
  • Duration: 7h 52m

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

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Lincoln Central via Exeter St Davids and Derby in around 7h.

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