The average train between Barnstaple and Crewe takes 6h 14m and the fastest train takes 4h 54m. There is a train service every few hours from Barnstaple to Crewe. 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 Barnstaple and Crewe. The earliest departure is at 12:09 AM at night, and the last departure from Barnstaple is at 10:41 PM which arrives into Crewe at 10:05 AM. All services require a transfer at Exeter St Davids and take an average of 6h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Barnstaple to Crewe? 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 Barnstaple to Crewe. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple station and arriving at Crewe station via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 14m.
Barnstaple to Crewe train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Barnstaple station.
Barnstaple to Crewe train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Crewe station.
Book your Barnstaple to Crewe train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Barnstaple and Crewe is 250 km. The road distance is 411 km.
You can take a train from Barnstaple to Crewe via Exeter St Davids and Birmingham New Street in around 5h 26m.