The average train between Penryn and Barnstaple takes 4h 52m and the fastest train takes 3h 49m. There is a train service every few hours from Penryn 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 every 2 hours between Penryn and Barnstaple. The earliest departure is at 7:26 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Penryn is at 11:33 PM which arrives into Barnstaple at 10:26 AM. All services require a transfer at Truro and take an average of 4h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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3h 54m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Penryn 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.
No, there is no direct train from Penryn to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from Penryn station and arriving at Barnstaple station via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.
Penryn to Barnstaple train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Truro station.
Penryn to Barnstaple train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Barnstaple station.
Book your Penryn to Barnstaple train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Cross Country.
The distance between Penryn and Barnstaple is 125.4 km. The road distance is 244 km.
You can take a train from Penryn to Barnstaple via Truro and Exeter St Davids in around 4h 56m.