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Trip Overview

The average train between Barnstaple and Ludlow takes 6h 9m and the fastest train takes 4h 46m. There is a train service every few hours from Barnstaple to Ludlow. 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 9m
Duration
208 mi
Distance
£97
Average price
Every 2 hours
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 Newport (S Wales) to Ludlowtrain train
5h 18m
£76–151

Barnstaple to Ludlow train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Barnstaple and Ludlow. 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 Ludlow at 10:23 AM. All services require a transfer at Exeter St Davids and take an average of 6h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales15h 30m • 3 changes

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 22m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 47m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 16m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 46m • 3 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 57m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 26m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 48m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 44m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 57m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 26m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 48m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 44m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 57m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 26m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 48m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 44m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales5h 57m • 3 changes

Frequently asked questions

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Map of how to get from Barnstaple to Ludlow.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 208.1 mi
  • Duration: 6h 9m

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

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Ludlow via Exeter St Davids, Bristol Parkway, and Newport (S Wales) in around 5h 18m.

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