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Trip Overview

The average train between Newcastle upon Tyne and Barnstaple takes 8h 21m and the fastest train takes 7h 26m. The train service runs several times per day from Newcastle upon Tyne 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 21m
Duration
422 mi
Distance
£217
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Newcastle upon Tyne to Barnstaple train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Newcastle upon Tyne and Barnstaple. The earliest departure is at 6:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Newcastle upon Tyne is at 4:40 PM which arrives into Barnstaple at 6:19 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 8h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 45m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 47m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 54m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 51m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 47m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 44m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 45m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 47m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 47m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 44m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 45m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 47m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 47m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 44m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 45m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 47m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 48m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 45m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 44m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 50m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 54m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 56m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 47m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 47m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 47m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 44m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 45m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 47m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Newcastle upon Tyne 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 Newcastle upon Tyne to Barnstaple.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 422.5 mi
  • Duration: 8h 21m

What companies run services between Newcastle upon Tyne, England and Barnstaple, England?

You can take a train from Newcastle to Barnstaple via Exeter St Davids in around 7h 51m.

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