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Trip Overview

The average train between Rugby and Barnstaple takes 5h 38m and the fastest train takes 4h 48m. There is a train service every few hours from Rugby 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.

5h 38m
Duration
234 mi
Distance
£116
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Rugby to Barnstaple train times

Trains run hourly between Rugby and Barnstaple. The earliest departure is at 5:33 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rugby is at 11:16 PM which arrives into Barnstaple at 1:31 PM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 5h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)11h 3m • 2 changes

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)4h 51m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)5h 20m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)5h 9m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)5h 14m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)4h 51m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)5h 20m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)5h 9m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)5h 14m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)4h 51m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)5h 20m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)5h 9m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)5h 14m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)4h 53m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)5h 19m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)5h 9m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)5h 10m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)4h 58m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)5h 5m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)5h 1m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)5h 10m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)4h 51m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)5h 20m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)5h 9m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)5h 14m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Rugby 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.

Map of how to get from Rugby to Barnstaple.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 233.5 mi
  • Duration: 5h 38m

What companies run services between Rugby, England and Barnstaple, England?

You can take a train from Rugby to Barnstaple via Birmingham New Street and Exeter St Davids in around 5h 46m.

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