Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | Barnstaple | No tags | ||||
| Train | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | Barnstaple | No tags | ||||
| Train | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | Barnstaple | No tags | ||||
| Train | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | Barnstaple | No tags | ||||
| Train | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | Barnstaple | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to travel from Gatwick to Barnstaple
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Barnstaple. The journey takes about 7 hours 57 minutes and with fares starting at just PEN 187, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
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 PEN 609
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gatwick to Barnstaple 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 Gatwick to Barnstaple?
The cheapest train tickets from Gatwick to Barnstaple start from PEN 609. The average price for this train route is around PEN 609. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Gatwick to Barnstaple?
The average train journey time from Gatwick to Barnstaple is 4h 58m, covering a distance of 169 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 58m and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the Gatwick to Barnstaple route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Gatwick to Barnstaple?
The earliest train from Gatwick to Barnstaple departs at 08:29. And the latest train departs at 08:29.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Gatwick to Barnstaple was searched and found on 21 Apr 2026 with a price of PEN 592To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Gatwick to Barnstaple as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from PEN 592 to PEN 1,138 for a train ticket from Gatwick to Barnstaple based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PEN 592, which is on 2026-04-21.
