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The average train between Barnstaple and Kent takes 6h 26m and the fastest train takes 5h 19m. There is a train service every few hours from Barnstaple to Kent. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

6h 26m
Duration
280 mi
Distance
£147
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Barnstaple to Kent train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Barnstaple and Kent. 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 Kent at 7:39 AM. All services require a transfer at Exeter St Davids and take an average of 6h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 19, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)SoutheasternSoutheastern8h 58m • 4 changes

Departing Tuesday, October 20, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)SoutheasternSoutheastern5h 43m • 4 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)SoutheasternSoutheastern5h 46m • 4 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)SoutheasternSoutheastern5h 33m • 4 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)SoutheasternSoutheastern5h 33m • 4 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)SoutheasternSoutheastern5h 43m • 4 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)SoutheasternSoutheastern5h 46m • 4 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)SoutheasternSoutheastern5h 33m • 4 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)SoutheasternSoutheastern5h 33m • 4 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 22, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)SoutheasternSoutheastern5h 43m • 4 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)SoutheasternSoutheastern5h 46m • 4 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)SoutheasternSoutheastern5h 33m • 4 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)SoutheasternSoutheastern5h 33m • 4 changes
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Departing Friday, October 23, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)SoutheasternSoutheastern5h 43m • 4 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)SoutheasternSoutheastern5h 46m • 4 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)SoutheasternSoutheastern5h 33m • 4 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)SoutheasternSoutheastern5h 33m • 4 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Barnstaple to Kent? 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.

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  • Distance: 280 mi
  • Duration: 6h 26m

What companies run services between Barnstaple, England and Kent, England?

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Lenham via Exeter St Davids, London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, and Ashford International in around 5h 38m.

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