The average train between Kendal and Barnstaple takes 9h 32m and the fastest train takes 6h 42m. The train service runs several times per day from Kendal 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 5 times a day between Kendal and Barnstaple. The earliest departure is at 6:56 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kendal is at 8:02 PM which arrives into Barnstaple at 1:31 PM. All services require a transfer at Oxenholme Lake District and take an average of 9h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Kendal 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 Kendal to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from Kendal station and arriving at Barnstaple station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 32m.
Kendal to Barnstaple train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Oxenholme Lake District station.
Kendal to Barnstaple train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Barnstaple station.
Book your Kendal to Barnstaple train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Kendal and Barnstaple is 371.6 km. The road distance is 560 km.
You can take a train from Kendal to Barnstaple via Oxenholme Lake District, Birmingham New Street, and Exeter St Davids in around 8h 40m.