The average train between Barnstaple and Hayle takes 4h 55m and the fastest train takes 3h 52m. The train service runs several times per day from Barnstaple to Hayle. 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 every 2 hours between Barnstaple and Hayle. The earliest departure is at 12:09 AM at night, and the last departure from Barnstaple is at 10:41 PM which arrives into Hayle at 7:36 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Barnstaple to Hayle. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple station and arriving at Hayle station via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.
Barnstaple to Hayle train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Barnstaple station.
Barnstaple to Hayle train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Hayle station.
Book your Barnstaple to Hayle train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Cross Country.
The distance between Barnstaple and Hayle is 138 km. The road distance is 260 km.
You can take a train from Barnstaple to Hayle via Exeter St Davids in around 4h 48m.