The average train between Barnstaple and Oxford takes 4h 20m and the fastest train takes 3h 36m. There is a train service every few hours from Barnstaple to Oxford. 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 Oxford. 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 Oxford at 6:11 AM. All services require a transfer at Exeter St Davids and take an average of 4h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Barnstaple to Oxford? 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 Oxford. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple station and arriving at Oxford station via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.
Barnstaple to Oxford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Barnstaple station.
Barnstaple to Oxford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Oxford station.
Book your Barnstaple to Oxford train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Cross Country.
The distance between Barnstaple and Oxford is 208.2 km. The road distance is 327 km.
You can take a train from Barnstaple to Oxford via Exeter St Davids and Reading in around 3h 54m.