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Barnstaple to Exeter Central train route details
First train
06:25
Last train
23:05
Journey time
1h 10m
Distance
34 miles
Price
US$11.48*
What are the next train times from Barnstaple to Exeter Central?
Discover all upcoming Barnstaple to Exeter Central 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
10:35 Barnstaple | 11:45 Exeter Central |  | Find Tickets |
11:35 Barnstaple | 12:45 Exeter Central | | Find Tickets |
12:35 Barnstaple | 13:46 Exeter Central | | Find Tickets |
13:35 Barnstaple | 14:46 Exeter Central | | Find Tickets |
14:35 Barnstaple | 15:45 Exeter Central | | Find Tickets |
15:35 Barnstaple | 16:45 Paris | | Find Tickets |
How to book cheap train tickets from Barnstaple to Exeter Central
Group travel deals
If your party consists of 3 to 9 travellers, you can benefit from group travel discounts — often up to a third off regular ticket prices. It's a great way to make trips from Barnstaple to Exeter Central more affordable for friends, family, or work groups.
Travel during Off-Peak train times
For a quieter, better-value trip, try to travel during Off-Peak hours rather than the busiest weekday periods. Although exact times can vary between train companies, the general rule is to avoid the 6:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM windows. At weekends and on bank holidays, Off-Peak pricing typically applies throughout the entire day.
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Season tickets for frequent travellers
If you make the journey between Barnstaple and Exeter Central on a weekly, monthly, or yearly basis, a season ticket is well worth considering. It gives you unlimited travel between the two stations at set times for 1 fixed cost, helping you save money while avoiding the hassle of buying separate tickets each time.
Which train ticket types are available for this route?
Advance train tickets
Available up to 12 weeks before the journey, these are generally the most cost-effective option for cost-conscious travellers
Season tickets
Allowing unlimited travel between two stations with weekly, monthly, and annual options, you can save approximately 1/3 on train fares
Return train tickets
Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route
First Class tickets
First Class tickets offer a more premium travel experience, typically including wider seats, extra space, quieter coaches, and complimentary refreshments on many services for added comfort
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