The average train between Brighton and Barnstaple takes 5h 46m and the fastest train takes 4h 56m. There is a train service every few hours from Brighton to Barnstaple. 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 hourly between Brighton and Barnstaple. The earliest departure is at 6:26 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Brighton is at 10:56 PM which arrives into Barnstaple at 12:29 PM. All services require a transfer at Farringdon and take an average of 5h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Brighton to Barnstaple? 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 Brighton to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from Brighton station and arriving at Barnstaple station via Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 46m.
Brighton to Barnstaple train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Brighton station.
Brighton to Barnstaple train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Barnstaple station.
Book your Brighton to Barnstaple train tickets online with Thameslink, Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Brighton and Barnstaple is 275.9 km. The road distance is 429 km.
You can take a train from Brighton to Barnstaple via Farringdon, Farringdon Without, London Paddington, and Exeter St Davids in around 5h 57m.