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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Barnstaple | Exeter St David's | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Barnstaple | Exeter St David's | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Barnstaple | Exeter St David's | No tags | ||||
| Train | Barnstaple | Exeter St David's | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Barnstaple to Exeter
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Exeter. The journey takes about 1 hour 8 minutes and with fares starting at just TRY 587, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 43 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Great Western Railway ticket prices on this trip start at TRY 587
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Barnstaple to Exeter by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Barnstaple to Exeter?
The cheapest train tickets from Barnstaple to Exeter start from TRY 587. The average price for this train route is around TRY 602. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Barnstaple to Exeter?
The average train journey time from Barnstaple to Exeter is 1h 8m, covering a distance of 33 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 2m and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the Barnstaple to Exeter route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 11 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Barnstaple to Exeter?
The earliest train from Barnstaple to Exeter departs at 07:22. And the latest train departs at 23:13.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Barnstaple to Exeter was searched and found on 7 Jun 2026 with a price of TRY 539To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Barnstaple to Exeter as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from TRY 539 to TRY 567 for a train ticket from Barnstaple to Exeter based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at TRY 556, which is on 2026-06-13.
What's the cheapest way to go from Barnstaple to Exeter?
The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Barnstaple and Exeter is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost TRY 602 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from TRY 587. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Exeter, choose the train, as it will take you from Barnstaple to Exeter in about 1h 8m – that's the fastest way to get there!
