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Barnstaple to Hanwell by train

First train

06:26

Last train

16:33

Departure station

Barnstaple

Arrival station

Hanwell

Journey time

From 4h 22m

Distance

164 miles (263 km)

Frequency

5 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

Great Western Railway

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 5 trains per day running between Barnstaple and Hanwell, which usually take 4 hours 32 minutes to complete the 164 miles (263 km) journey. It can take as little as 4 hours 22 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 – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Barnstaple to Hanwell if 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.

Journey details

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

How long does the train from Barnstaple to Hanwell take?

The average journey time by train between Barnstaple and Hanwell is 4 hours and 32 minutes, with around 5 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Barnstaple and Hanwell by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Barnstaple to Hanwell is 4 hours and 22 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Barnstaple to Hanwell?

No, there are no direct train services from Barnstaple to Hanwell. Travelling from Barnstaple to Hanwell by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Barnstaple to Hanwell leave?

The first train from Barnstaple to Hanwell leaves at 06:26. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Barnstaple to Hanwell leave?

The last train from Barnstaple to Hanwell leaves at 16:33. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Barnstaple and Hanwell by train?

Trains travelling from Barnstaple to Hanwell cover a distance of around 164 miles (263 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Barnstaple to Hanwell

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† 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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