First train | 05:42 | |
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Last train | 22:55 | |
Departure station | Grantham | |
Arrival station | Barnstaple | |
Journey time | From 6h 5m | |
Distance | 193 miles (310 km) | |
Frequency | 2 trains per day | |
Changes | 3 changes | |
Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink |
Thinking about taking the train from Grantham to Barnstaple? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 7 hours 48 minutes to travel the 193 miles (310 km) from Grantham to Barnstaple by train, although you can get there in as little as 6 hours 5 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 2 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 3 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Great Western Railway, East Midlands Railway or Thameslink to Barnstaple. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Grantham to Barnstaple in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. 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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