The average train between Royston and Barnstaple takes 5h 28m and the fastest train takes 4h 44m. There is a train service every few hours from Royston 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 Royston and Barnstaple. The earliest departure is at 6:37 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Royston is at 10:07 PM which arrives into Barnstaple at 6:19 AM. All services require a transfer at Farringdon and take an average of 5h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Royston 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 Royston to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from Royston station and arriving at Barnstaple station via Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.
Royston to Barnstaple train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Royston station.
Royston to Barnstaple train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Barnstaple station.
Book your Royston to Barnstaple train tickets online with Thameslink, Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Royston and Barnstaple is 298.8 km. The road distance is 419 km.
You can take a train from Royston to Barnstaple via Farringdon, Farringdon Without, London Paddington, and Exeter St Davids in around 5h 36m.