St Ives (Cornwall) to Barnstaple by train
| First train | 06:32 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:48 | |
| Departure station | St Ives (Cornwall) | |
| Arrival station | Barnstaple | |
| Journey time | From 4h 18m | |
| Distance | 86 miles (139 km) | |
| Frequency | 16 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
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Taking the train from St Ives (Cornwall) to Barnstaple in 4 hours 18 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from St Ives (Cornwall) to Barnstaple? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 6 hours 33 minutes to travel the 86 miles (139 km) from St Ives (Cornwall) to Barnstaple by train, although you can get there in as little as 4 hours 18 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 16 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes 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 St Ives (Cornwall) 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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