| First train | 06:25 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:41 | |
| Departure station | Barnstaple | |
| Arrival station | Potters Bar | |
| Journey time | From 4h 48m | |
| Distance | 172 miles (277 km) | |
| Frequency | 4 trains per day | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Northern, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Southern, Thameslink |
If you want to know more about the journey from Barnstaple to Potters Bar by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Barnstaple to Potters Bar by train is 6 hours 22 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 4 hours 48 minutes. You'll usually find 4 trains per day travelling the 172 miles (277 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 3 changes along the way to Potters Bar. You'll be travelling with Great Western Railway, South Western Railway or Thameslink on your way to Potters Bar, as these are the main rail operators on this route.
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