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Outbound fromBarnstaple to Hanwell by train
It takes an average of 5h 22m to travel from Barnstaple to Hanwell by train, over a distance of around 164 miles (263 km). There are normally 3 trains per day travelling from Barnstaple to Hanwell and tickets for this journey start from £41 when you book in advance.
| First train | 06:22 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:41 | |
| Departure station | Barnstaple | |
| Arrival station | Hanwell | |
| Journey time | From 4h 8m | |
| Distance | 164 miles (263 km) | |
| Frequency | 3 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £41 | |
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How to travel from Barnstaple to Hanwell by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Barnstaple to Hanwell? Look no further.
You'll usually find 3 trains per day running between Barnstaple and Hanwell, which usually take 5 hours 22 minutes to complete the 164 miles (263 km) journey. It can take as little as 4 hours 8 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 Hanwell 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 Hanwell.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Barnstaple to Hanwell start from £41.00 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Hanwell? 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.
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Cheap train tickets from Barnstaple to Hanwell
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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 Hanwell 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.