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Exeter to Barnstaple train route details
First train
05:22
Last train
21:29
Journey time
57m
Distance
35 miles
Price
IDR 196,043*
What are the next train times from Exeter to Barnstaple?
Discover all upcoming Exeter to Barnstaple services running today, including departure and arrival times, direct or connecting options, journey duration, and the operator running your route — everything you need to catch the train with confidence
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
10:19 Exeter St Davids | 11:25 Barnstaple |  | Find Tickets |
11:19 Exeter St Davids | 12:25 Barnstaple | | Find Tickets |
12:19 Exeter St Davids | 13:29 Barnstaple | | Find Tickets |
13:19 Exeter St Davids | 14:27 Barnstaple | | Find Tickets |
14:19 Exeter St Davids | 15:25 Barnstaple | | Find Tickets |
15:19 Exeter St Davids | 16:26 Paris | | Find Tickets |
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Book in advance
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