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Burnley to Barnstaple trains

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The average train between Burnley and Barnstaple takes 9h 19m and the fastest train takes 7h 1m. The train service runs several times per day from Burnley to Barnstaple. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

9h 19m
Duration
329 mi
Distance
£153
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Train via Birmingham

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  1. Take the train from Preston to Birmingham New Streettrain train
  2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain train
  3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain train
8h 27m
£129–209

Burnley to Barnstaple train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Burnley and Barnstaple. The earliest departure is at 7:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Burnley is at 11:03 PM which arrives into Barnstaple at 12:25 PM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 9h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)15h 26m • 3 changes

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 24m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 22m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 23m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 25m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 24m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 22m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 23m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 25m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 24m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 22m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 23m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 25m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 24m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 22m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 23m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 25m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 25m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 22m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 22m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 28m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Burnley to Barnstaple? 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: 329.2 mi
  • Duration: 9h 19m

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

You can take a train from Burnley Manchester Road to Barnstaple via Preston, Birmingham New Street, and Exeter St Davids in around 8h 27m.

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