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The average train between Barnstaple and Stafford takes 5h 53m and the fastest train takes 4h 25m. There is a train service every few hours from Barnstaple to Stafford. 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 53m
Duration
231 mi
Distance
£116
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Barnstaple to Stafford train times

Trains run hourly between Barnstaple and Stafford. 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 Stafford at 9:32 AM. All services require a transfer at Exeter St Davids and take an average of 5h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryCross Country5h • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryCross Country4h 59m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryCross Country5h 1m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h 32m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 19, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryCross Country5h 7m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryCross Country5h 9m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryCross Country4h 56m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryCross Country4h 26m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 20, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryCross Country5h 7m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryCross Country5h 9m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryCross Country4h 56m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryCross Country4h 26m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryCross Country5h 7m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryCross Country5h 9m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryCross Country4h 56m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryCross Country4h 26m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 22, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryCross Country5h 7m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryCross Country5h 9m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryCross Country4h 56m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Barnstaple to Stafford? 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 Stafford.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 231.4 mi
  • Duration: 5h 53m

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

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Stafford via Exeter St Davids and Birmingham New Street in around 4h 52m.

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