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Trip Overview

The average train between Barnstaple and Plymouth takes 2h 39m and the fastest train takes 2h 8m. There is a train service every few hours from Barnstaple to Plymouth. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 39m
Duration
90 mi
Distance
£46
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Barnstaple to Plymouth train times

Trains run hourly between Barnstaple and Plymouth. The earliest departure is at 12:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Barnstaple is at 10:41 PM which arrives into Plymouth at 5:37 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country2h 13m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country2h 12m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country2h 16m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 42m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country2h 15m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 19m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country2h 12m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country2h 13m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country2h 15m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 19m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country2h 12m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country2h 13m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 3m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country2h 9m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)3h 9m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country2h 13m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country2h 15m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country2h 13m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country2h 21m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country2h 13m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country2h 15m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 19m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country2h 12m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country2h 13m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country2h 15m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 19m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country2h 12m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country2h 13m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Barnstaple to Plymouth? 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 Plymouth.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 90.3 mi
  • Duration: 2h 39m

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

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Plymouth via Exeter St Davids in around 2h 19m.

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