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Durham to Barnstaple trains

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The average train between Durham and Barnstaple takes 8h 7m and the fastest train takes 7h 12m. The train service runs several times per day from Durham 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.

8h 7m
Duration
409 mi
Distance
£212
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Durham to Exeter St Davidstrain train Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
  2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain train Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
7h 46m
£180–270

Durham to Barnstaple train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Durham and Barnstaple. The earliest departure is at 6:53 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Durham is at 4:53 PM which arrives into Barnstaple at 6:19 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 8h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 39m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)13h 27m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 34m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 31m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 32m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 34m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 34m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 31m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 32m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 34m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 34m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 31m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 32m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 34m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 35m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 31m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 31m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 37m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 40m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 43m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 34m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 34m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, October 19, 2026

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 34m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 31m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 32m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 34m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Durham 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.

Map of how to get from Durham to Barnstaple.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 408.9 mi
  • Duration: 8h 7m

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

You can take a train from Durham to Barnstaple via Exeter St Davids in around 7h 46m.

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