The average train between Bournemouth and North Devon takes 5h 57m and the fastest train takes 4h 40m. The train service runs several times per day from Bournemouth to North Devon. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Bournemouth and North Devon. The earliest departure is at 5:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bournemouth is at 9:13 PM which arrives into North Devon at 12:29 PM. All services require a transfer at Southampton Central and take an average of 5h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Bournemouth to North Devon? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to North Devon. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth station and arriving at North Devon station via Southampton Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 57m.
Bournemouth to North Devon train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Bournemouth station.
Bournemouth to North Devon train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Barnstaple station.
Book your Bournemouth to North Devon train tickets online with South Western Railway and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Bournemouth and North Devon is 157.9 km. The road distance is 312 km.
You can take a train from Bournemouth to Barnstaple via Southampton Central, Westbury (Wilts), and Exeter St Davids in around 6h 2m.