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Trip Overview

The average train between Barnstaple and Aberdeen takes 13h 30m and the fastest train takes 12h 6m. There is at least one train per day from Barnstaple to Aberdeen. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

13h 30m
Duration
672 mi
Distance
£349
Average price
Once daily
Frequency

Barnstaple to Aberdeen train times

Trains run once daily between Barnstaple and Aberdeen. The earliest departure is at 8:34 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Barnstaple is at 10:40 PM which arrives into Aberdeen at 8:35 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 13h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country12h 6m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country12h 6m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country12h 6m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country12h 6m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country12h 6m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country12h 7m • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country21h 55m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Barnstaple to Aberdeen? 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 Barnstaple to Aberdeen.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 671.7 mi
  • Duration: 13h 30m

What companies run services between Barnstaple, England and Aberdeen, Scotland?

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Aberdeen via Exeter St Davids in around 12h 19m.

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