The average train between Torquay and Barnstaple takes 2h 33m and the fastest train takes 2h. There is a train service every few hours from Torquay 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 Torquay and Barnstaple. The earliest departure is at 12:02 AM at night, and the last departure from Torquay is at 11:17 PM which arrives into Barnstaple at 9:32 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 1m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Torquay 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 Torquay to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from Paignton station and arriving at Barnstaple station via Exeter St Davids station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.
Torquay to Barnstaple train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Paignton station.
Torquay to Barnstaple train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Barnstaple station.
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The distance between Torquay and Barnstaple is 78.3 km. The road distance is 93 km.
You can take a train from Paignton to Barnstaple via Exeter St Davids in around 2h 42m.