The average train between Hertford and Barnstaple takes 5h 26m and the fastest train takes 4h 37m. There is a train service every few hours from Hertford 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.
Trains run hourly between Hertford and Barnstaple. The earliest departure is at 6:46 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hertford is at 11:16 PM which arrives into Barnstaple at 10:29 AM. All services require a transfer at Moorgate and take an average of 5h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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No, there is no direct train from Hertford to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from Hertford station and arriving at Barnstaple station via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.
Hertford to Barnstaple train services, operated by Great Northern, depart from London Paddington station.
Hertford to Barnstaple train services, operated by Great Northern, arrive at Barnstaple station.
Book your Hertford to Barnstaple train tickets online with Great Northern, Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Hertford and Barnstaple is 287 km. The road distance is 380 km.
You can take a train from Hertford North to Barnstaple via Moorgate, Liverpool Street Station, London Paddington, and Exeter St Davids in around 5h 36m.