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The average train between Barnstaple and Rugby takes 5h 54m and the fastest train takes 4h 38m. There is a train service every few hours from Barnstaple to Rugby. 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 54m
Duration
234 mi
Distance
£116
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 Rugbytrain train
5h 5m
£96–163

Barnstaple to Rugby train times

Trains run hourly between Barnstaple and Rugby. 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 Rugby at 9:44 AM. All services require a transfer at Exeter St Davids and take an average of 5h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains5h 9m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains5h 9m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains5h 9m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains5h 9m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains5h 19m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains5h 22m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains5h 9m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 39m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains5h 19m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains5h 22m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains5h 9m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 39m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains5h 19m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains5h 22m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains5h 9m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 39m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains5h 19m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Barnstaple to Rugby? 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.

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  • Distance: 233.5 mi
  • Duration: 5h 54m

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

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

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