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Trip Overview

The average train between Barnstaple and Preston takes 7h 28m and the fastest train takes 6h 13m. The train service runs several times per day from Barnstaple to Preston. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

7h 28m
Duration
306 mi
Distance
£175
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Train via Birmingham

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  1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain train
  2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New Streettrain train
  3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Prestontrain train
6h 51m
£137–222

Barnstaple to Preston train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Barnstaple and Preston. 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 Preston at 10:50 AM. All services require a transfer at Exeter St Davids and take an average of 7h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 306.3 mi
  • Duration: 7h 28m

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

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Preston via Exeter St Davids and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 51m.

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