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The average train between Barnstaple and Wales takes 4h 39m and the fastest train takes 3h 29m. There is a train service every few hours from Barnstaple to Wales. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 39m
Duration
153 mi
Distance
£75
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Barnstaple to Wales train times

Trains run hourly between Barnstaple and Wales. The earliest departure is at 12:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Barnstaple is at 10:41 PM which arrives into Wales at 8:40 AM. All services require a transfer at Exeter St Davids and take an average of 4h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 57m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)11h 4m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)4h 12m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)4h 18m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)4h 2m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 41m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)4h 12m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)4h 18m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)4h 2m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 41m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)4h 12m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)4h 18m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)4h 2m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 41m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)4h 12m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)4h 18m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)4h 2m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 41m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)4h 12m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)4h 18m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)4h 2m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 41m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)8h 29m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)4h 9m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)4h 14m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)4h 5m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Barnstaple to Wales? 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.

Map of how to get from Barnstaple to Wales.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 153.1 mi
  • Duration: 4h 39m

What companies run services between Barnstaple, England and Wales?

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Cardiff Central via Exeter St Davids and Bristol Parkway in around 3h 53m.

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