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Trip Overview

The average train between Barnstaple and South Wales takes 6h 2m and the fastest train takes 5h. There is a train service every few hours from Barnstaple to South Wales. 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 2m
Duration
174 mi
Distance
£85
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train via Bristol

best
  1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain train
  2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Parkwaytrain train
  3. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain train
  4. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Cwmbachtrain train
5h 12m
£65–132

Barnstaple to South Wales train times

Trains run hourly between Barnstaple and South Wales. 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 South Wales at 10:09 AM. All services require a transfer at Exeter St Davids and take an average of 6h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 4m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 3m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales15h • 3 changes

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 4m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 2m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 4m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 9m • 3 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 14m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 47m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 4m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 4m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 14m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 47m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 4m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 4m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 14m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 47m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 4m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 4m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Barnstaple to South Wales? 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 South Wales.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 174.4 mi
  • Duration: 6h 2m

What companies run services between Barnstaple, England and South Wales?

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Cwmbach via Exeter St Davids, Bristol Parkway, and Cardiff Central in around 5h 12m.

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