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Trip Overview

The average train between Barnstaple and Cardiff takes 4h 29m and the fastest train takes 3h 29m. There is a train service every few hours from Barnstaple to Cardiff. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 29m
Duration
153 mi
Distance
£92
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train via Bristol

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  1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain train
  2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Parkwaytrain train
  3. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain train
4h 8m
£67–130

Barnstaple to Cardiff train times

Trains run hourly between Barnstaple and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Barnstaple is at 10:41 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 8:40 AM. All services require a transfer at Exeter St Davids and take an average of 4h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 153 mi
  • Duration: 4h 29m

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

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Cardiff Central via Exeter St Davids and Bristol Parkway in around 4h 8m.

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