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Trip Overview

The average train between Barnstaple and Aberystwyth takes 10h 4m and the fastest train takes 6h 44m. The train service runs several times per day from Barnstaple to Aberystwyth. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

10h 4m
Duration
327 mi
Distance
£154
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Barnstaple to Aberystwyth train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Barnstaple and Aberystwyth. The earliest departure is at 12:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Barnstaple is at 10:41 PM which arrives into Aberystwyth at 1:19 PM. All services require a transfer at Exeter St Davids and take an average of 10h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryTransport for Wales6h 44m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryTransport for Wales7h 45m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryTransport for Wales7h 36m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryTransport for Wales15h 42m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryTransport for Wales7h 57m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryTransport for Wales7h 45m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryTransport for Wales7h 46m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryTransport for Wales7h 47m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryTransport for Wales7h 57m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryTransport for Wales7h 45m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryTransport for Wales7h 46m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryTransport for Wales7h 47m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryTransport for Wales7h 57m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryTransport for Wales7h 45m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryTransport for Wales7h 46m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryTransport for Wales7h 47m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryTransport for Wales7h 57m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryTransport for Wales7h 45m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryTransport for Wales7h 46m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryTransport for Wales7h 47m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryTransport for Wales7h 57m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryTransport for Wales7h 45m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryTransport for Wales7h 46m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryTransport for Wales7h 59m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryTransport for Wales13h 12m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryTransport for Wales7h 53m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryTransport for Wales7h 45m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryTransport for Wales7h 46m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

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Map of how to get from Barnstaple to Aberystwyth.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 326.8 mi
  • Duration: 10h 4m

What companies run services between Barnstaple, England and Aberystwyth, Wales?

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Aberystwyth via Exeter St Davids and Birmingham New Street in around 8h 11m.

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