How much does a train ticket cost from Barnstaple to Gatwick?

The cheapest train tickets from Barnstaple to Gatwick start from £131. The average price for this train route is around £132. 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 Gatwick?

The average train journey time from Barnstaple to Gatwick is 6h 15m, covering a distance of 169 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 5h 18m and is operated by Great Western Railway .

Which train operators serve the Barnstaple to Gatwick route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Barnstaple to Gatwick?

The earliest train from Barnstaple to Gatwick departs at 07:26. And the latest train departs at 23:13.

Train Barnstaple to Gatwick from £126

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Barnstaple to Gatwick on 26 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	21:36	Barnstaple	8h 19m	05:55	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	No tags
Train	22:41	Barnstaple	7h 14m	05:55	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	No tags
Train	22:41	Barnstaple	7h 15m	05:56	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	No tags
Train	19:36	Barnstaple	5h 3m	00:39	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	No tags
Train	22:41	Barnstaple	7h 14m	05:55	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	No tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Barnstaple to Gatwick

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Gatwick. The journey takes about 8 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just £41, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

8h 5mAverage duration

170 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£41 - £66	Average duration8h 5m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£131 - £133	Average duration6h 15m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£25 - £25	Average duration3h 50m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Great Western Railway

4/542 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi4

Based on 42 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 £131

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, Amtrak Acela, FlixTrain

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Barnstaple to Gatwick 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 Gatwick?
The cheapest train tickets from Barnstaple to Gatwick start from £131. The average price for this train route is around £132. 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 Gatwick?
The average train journey time from Barnstaple to Gatwick is 6h 15m, covering a distance of 169 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 5h 18m and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the Barnstaple to Gatwick route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Barnstaple to Gatwick?
The earliest train from Barnstaple to Gatwick departs at 07:26. And the latest train departs at 23:13.