The average train between Worthing and Barnstaple takes 7h 21m and the fastest train takes 4h 59m. The train service runs several times per day from Worthing 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 every 4 hours between Worthing and Barnstaple. The earliest departure is at 6:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Worthing is at 9:36 PM which arrives into Barnstaple at 11:25 AM. All services require a transfer at Fareham and take an average of 7h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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5h 57m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Worthing 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 Worthing to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from Worthing station and arriving at Barnstaple station via Fareham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 21m.
Worthing to Barnstaple train services, operated by Southern, depart from Worthing station.
Worthing to Barnstaple train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Barnstaple station.
Book your Worthing to Barnstaple train tickets online with Southern and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Worthing and Barnstaple is 259.6 km. The road distance is 348 km.
You can take a train from Worthing to Barnstaple via Fareham, Westbury (Wilts), and Exeter St Davids in around 7h.