The average train between Windsor and Barnstaple takes 4h 31m and the fastest train takes 3h 45m. There is a train service every few hours from Windsor 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 Windsor and Barnstaple. The earliest departure is at 12:05 AM at night, and the last departure from Windsor is at 11:56 PM which arrives into Barnstaple at 10:29 AM. All services require a transfer at Slough and take an average of 4h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Windsor 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 Windsor to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from Windsor station and arriving at Barnstaple station via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.
Windsor to Barnstaple train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.
Windsor to Barnstaple train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Barnstaple station.
Book your Windsor to Barnstaple train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Elizabeth Line (TfL).
The distance between Windsor and Barnstaple is 244.6 km. The road distance is 315 km.
You can take a train from Windsor & Eton Central to Barnstaple via Slough, Reading, and Exeter St Davids in around 4h 41m.