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The average train between Barnstaple and Whitstable takes 6h 38m and the fastest train takes 5h 22m. The train service runs several times per day from Barnstaple to Whitstable. 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 38m
Duration
274 mi
Distance
£142
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain train
  2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddingtontrain train
  3. Take the train from London Victoria to Whitstabletrain train
6h 5m
£120–217

Barnstaple to Whitstable train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Barnstaple and Whitstable. The earliest departure is at 12:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Barnstaple is at 10:41 PM which arrives into Whitstable at 8:03 AM. All services require a transfer at Exeter St Davids and take an average of 6h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 8, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Southeastern6h 34m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Southeastern9h 22m • 3 changes

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Southeastern5h 33m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Southeastern6h 36m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Southeastern6h 23m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Southeastern6h 32m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Southeastern7h 51m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Southeastern5h 27m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Southeastern5h 24m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Southeastern5h 23m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Southeastern6h 23m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Southeastern6h 21m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Southeastern6h 26m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Southeastern6h 23m • 3 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Southeastern5h 33m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Southeastern6h 36m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Southeastern6h 23m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Southeastern6h 32m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Southeastern5h 33m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Southeastern6h 36m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Southeastern6h 23m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Southeastern6h 32m • 3 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Barnstaple to Whitstable? 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: 274.1 mi
  • Duration: 6h 38m

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

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Whitstable via Exeter St Davids, London Paddington, Paddington station, Victoria station, and London Victoria in around 6h 5m.

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