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Trains from Inverness to Barnstaple

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Trains to Barnstaple from Inverness

First train

05:38

Last train

20:04

Departure stationInverness
Arrival stationBarnstaple
Journey time

From 12h 37m

Distance

443 miles (712 km)

Frequency

1 train per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, ScotRail, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales

What are the train times from Inverness to Barnstaple?

Check out the next trains departing from Inverness to Barnstaple for Tuesday 13th 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
06:3819:3112h 53m, 3 changes
06:3820:3213h 54m, 2 changes
07:5521:3313h 38m, 2 changes
08:4222:3713h 55m, 4 changes
12:4806:1917h 31m, 3 changes
14:5010:2919h 39m, 4 changes
15:4410:2918h 45m, 5 changes
20:4511:2514h 40m, 3 changes
21:3018:3321h 3m, 3 changes

Trains to Barnstaple from Inverness

Want to travel from Inverness to Barnstaple by train? Start your journey with us.

It takes an average of 19 hours 7 minutes to travel from Inverness to Barnstaple by train. You'll find on average 1 train per day running on this route.

There aren't any direct services on this line, but it's still easy to travel to Barnstaple by train; you'll need to make 2 changes.

Trains on this route are operated by London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway and Lumo.

Generally, booking Advance train tickets works out cheaper.

See our Journey Planner for up-to-date times and prices.

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

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

How do you get to Barnstaple from Inverness?

To travel to Barnstaple from Inverness, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 19 hours and 7 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 12 hours and 37 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Inverness to Barnstaple?

Trains from Inverness to Barnstaple take an average of 19 hours and 7 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 12 hours and 37 minutes. You'll usually find 1 train per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Inverness and Barnstaple by train?

The quickest journey time between Inverness and Barnstaple by train is 12 hours and 37 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Inverness to Barnstaple?

No, there are no direct trains running from Inverness to Barnstaple, you’ll usually need to make at least 2 changes during the journey.

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

As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.

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3. Book split tickets

Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.

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 Inverness to Barnstaple 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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