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Barnstaple to Milton Keynes trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Barnstaple and Milton Keynes takes 6h 23m and the fastest train takes 5h 22m. There is a train service every few hours from Barnstaple to Milton Keynes. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

6h 23m
Duration
266 mi
Distance
£129
Average price
Hourly
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 Birmingham New Streettrain train
  3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Milton Keynes Centraltrain train
5h 21m
£105–189

Barnstaple to Milton Keynes train times

Trains run hourly between Barnstaple and Milton Keynes. The earliest departure is at 12:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Barnstaple is at 10:41 PM which arrives into Milton Keynes at 10:15 AM. All services require a transfer at Exeter St Davids and take an average of 6h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 8, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 40m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 40m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 40m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 40m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 50m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 53m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 40m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains5h 28m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast10h 8m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 44m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 49m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 37m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 38m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 35m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains5h 30m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains5h 27m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 50m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 53m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 40m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains5h 28m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Barnstaple to Milton Keynes? 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 Milton Keynes.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 266.1 mi
  • Duration: 6h 23m

What companies run services between Barnstaple, England and Milton Keynes, England?

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Milton Keynes Central via Exeter St Davids and Birmingham New Street in around 5h 21m.

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