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Outbound fromBarnstaple to Newquay by train
It takes an average of 7h 23m to travel from Barnstaple to Newquay by train, over a distance of around 64 miles (102 km). There are normally 8 trains per day travelling from Barnstaple to Newquay and tickets for this journey start from £11.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:25 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:07 | |
| Departure station | Barnstaple | |
| Arrival station | Newquay | |
| Journey time | From 4h 27m | |
| Distance | 64 miles (102 km) | |
| Frequency | 8 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £11.50 | |
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Taking the train from Barnstaple to Newquay in 4 hours 27 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Barnstaple to Newquay? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 7 hours 23 minutes to travel the 64 miles (102 km) from Barnstaple to Newquay by train, although you can get there in as little as 4 hours 27 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 8 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with Great Western Railway or CrossCountry, as they are the main operators of services on this route.
Book train tickets from Barnstaple to Newquay in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £11.50. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Newquay by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Barnstaple to Newquay
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Barnstaple to Newquay is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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