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Outbound fromDerby to Barnstaple by train
It takes an average of 6h 52m to travel from Derby to Barnstaple by train, over a distance of around 169 miles (271 km). There are normally 35 trains per day travelling from Derby to Barnstaple and tickets for this journey start from £166.90 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:10 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:50 | |
| Departure station | Derby | |
| Arrival station | Barnstaple | |
| Journey time | From 4h 33m | |
| Distance | 169 miles (271 km) | |
| Frequency | 35 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £166.90 | |
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Taking the train from Derby to Barnstaple in 4 hours 33 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Derby to Barnstaple? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 6 hours 52 minutes to travel the 169 miles (271 km) from Derby to Barnstaple by train, although you can get there in as little as 4 hours 33 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 35 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with Great Western Railway or CrossCountry, as they are the main operators of services on this route.
Book train tickets from Derby to Barnstaple in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £166.90. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Barnstaple by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Derby to Barnstaple
Book in advance
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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 Derby to Barnstaple 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.
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