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Trains from Barnstaple to Prestatyn

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Trains to Prestatyn from Barnstaple

First train

08:35

Last train

17:38

Departure stationBarnstaple
Arrival stationPrestatyn
Journey time

From 6h 16m

Distance

159 miles (256 km)

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

What are the train times from Barnstaple to Prestatyn?

Check out the next trains departing from Barnstaple to Prestatyn for Tuesday 6th October 2026 using our handy timetable below, including platform and live travel information. You can view the full day timetable or search for a different date here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
10:3517:517h 16m, 2 changes
11:3518:216h 46m, 4 changes
11:3518:507h 15m, 3 changes
12:3519:397h 4m, 3 changes
12:3519:527h 17m, 2 changes
13:3520:216h 46m, 4 changes
13:3520:527h 17m, 2 changes
14:3521:196h 44m, 4 changes
14:3521:467h 11m, 3 changes
15:3522:377h 2m, 3 changes

Travelling from Barnstaple to Prestatyn by train

If you're planning to travel from Barnstaple to Prestatyn, we're here to help!

On average, the train journey from Barnstaple to Prestatyn takes around 7 hours 32 minutes. There are normally 0 trains per day travelling from Barnstaple to Prestatyn.

You'll have to make 2 changes on your journey to Prestatyn, as there are no direct trains.

Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales and CrossCountry trains run on this route.

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Use our Journey Planner to compare ticket prices and find the cheapest fares.

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Barnstaple to Prestatyn?

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

How fast can trains travel from Barnstaple to Prestatyn?

The fastest time a train can travel the 159 miles (256 km) from Barnstaple to Prestatyn is 6 hours and 16 minutes.

Are there any direct trains from Barnstaple to Prestatyn?

There are no direct trains that run between Barnstaple and Prestatyn. You’ll need to make at least 2 changes along the way.

How far is the train ride from Barnstaple to Prestatyn?

The train ride from Barnstaple to Prestatyn covers a distance of around 159 miles (256 km). The quickest journeys on this route can take 6 hours and 16 minutes.

What is the best way to travel to Prestatyn from Barnstaple?

With the fastest journeys taking just 6 hours and 16 minutes, we think the best way to travel between Barnstaple and Prestatyn is to take the train! Check out our Journey Planner for times, tickets and prices, or explore the classes and onboard services available on the train.

How do I find cheap train tickets from Barnstaple to Prestatyn?

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3. Book split tickets

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4. Travel Off-Peak

If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.

5. Consider a Season Ticket

Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Barnstaple to Prestatyn is right for you.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† 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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