The average train between Chepstow and Barnstaple takes 5h 17m and the fastest train takes 3h 41m. There is a train service every few hours from Chepstow 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 Chepstow and Barnstaple. The earliest departure is at 6:17 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chepstow is at 11:37 PM which arrives into Barnstaple at 8:29 AM. All services require a transfer at Severn Tunnel Junction and take an average of 5h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Chepstow 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 Chepstow to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from Chepstow station and arriving at Barnstaple station via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.
Chepstow to Barnstaple train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Chepstow to Barnstaple train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Barnstaple station.
Book your Chepstow to Barnstaple train tickets online with Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Chepstow and Barnstaple is 114.4 km. The road distance is 222 km.
You can take a train from Chepstow to Barnstaple via Severn Tunnel Junction, Bristol Temple Meads, and Exeter St Davids in around 4h 22m.