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Exeter Central to Barnstaple train route details

First train
06:42

Last train
21:22

Journey time
1h 11m

Distance
34 miles

Price
€9.80*
What are the next train times from Exeter Central to Barnstaple?
Check all Exeter Central to Barnstaple journeys scheduled for today, complete with key details such as train times, whether the service is direct, total travel time, and the train operator - everything you need to travel today
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
06:42 Exeter Central | 08:25 Barnstaple | ![]() | Find Tickets |
08:04 Exeter Central | 09:28 Barnstaple | ![]() | Find Tickets |
09:14 Exeter Central | 10:29 Barnstaple | ![]() | Find Tickets |
10:14 Exeter Central | 11:25 Barnstaple | ![]() | Find Tickets |
11:14 Exeter Central | 12:25 Barnstaple | ![]() | Find Tickets |
12:14 Exeter Central | 13:29 Paris | ![]() | Find Tickets |
How to book cheap train tickets from Exeter Central to Barnstaple

Group travel deals
If you are travelling in a group of 3 to 9 people, you can take advantage of group discounts (offered by most train companies) for up to 1/3 off standard fares. This can make travelling from Exeter Central to Barnstaple more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Split Tickets discount
It might seem unusual, but buying several cheaper tickets for different sections of your journey can result in substantial savings - and you won't need to move seats at all. Even better, Trip.com automatically finds and arranges these split tickets for you, so there's no complicated planning required.

Season tickets for frequent travellers
If you make the journey between Exeter Central and Barnstaple 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.

Using a Railcard for 1/3 off
Save money on your journeys by choosing from a variety of Railcards, most of which give you 1/3 off standard fares. Options include the 16-25, 26-30, Family & Friends, Two Together, Network and Senior Railcards, plus the 16-17 Saver which offers 50% off. You can buy and store them digitally in your Trip.com app, so big savings are always just a tap away.
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
With weekly, monthly, and annual versions, these tickets provide unlimited travel between two stations and typically reduce fares by about 1/3

Return train tickets
Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route

Flexi Season tickets
Flexi Season tickets suit travellers who commute a few days a week, offering 8 days of unlimited travel in a 28-day period—which often works out cheaper than buying tickets on an individual daily basis
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.









