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Gunnislake to Barnstaple by train

First train

04:41

Last train

22:22

Departure station

Gunnislake

Arrival station

Barnstaple

Journey time

From 3h 6m

Distance

39 miles (63 km)

Frequency

4 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

Great Western Railway

How to travel from Gunnislake to Barnstaple by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Gunnislake to Barnstaple? Look no further.

You'll usually find 4 trains per day running between Gunnislake and Barnstaple, which usually take 5 hours 42 minutes to complete the 39 miles (63 km) journey. It can take as little as 3 hours 6 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Barnstaple by train, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way. Great Western Railway trains are the main operator of services on this route, so you're likely to travel with them for all or at least part of your journey to Barnstaple.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Gunnislake to Barnstaple if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Barnstaple? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

FAQs about the train journey from Gunnislake to Barnstaple

Want to know more about your journey from Gunnislake to Barnstaple? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to Barnstaple from Gunnislake?

To travel to Barnstaple from Gunnislake, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 5 hours and 42 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 3 hours and 6 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Gunnislake to Barnstaple?

Trains from Gunnislake to Barnstaple take an average of 5 hours and 42 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 3 hours and 6 minutes. You'll usually find 4 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Gunnislake and Barnstaple by train?

The quickest journey time between Gunnislake and Barnstaple by train is 3 hours and 6 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Gunnislake to Barnstaple?

No, there are no direct trains running from Gunnislake to Barnstaple, you’ll usually need to make at least 2 changes during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Gunnislake to Barnstaple

Book in advance

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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 Gunnislake to Barnstaple 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.

Split your tickets

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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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