Is there a direct train from Gatwick Airport to Barnstaple?

The journey between Gatwick Airport and Barnstaple usually involves 10 changes of train.We usually find around 35 departures on this route every weekday, counting only those that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found around 19 departures.

How long does it take to travel from Gatwick Airport to Barnstaple?

The Gatwick Airport to Barnstaple train travel takes about 4 hours and 25 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Gatwick Airport to Barnstaple train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Barnstaple leaving Gatwick Airport at around 05:10 and the last train leaving at around 23:18.At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Gatwick Airport at around 06:03, with the final departure at 20:30.

Gatwick Airport to Barnstaple by train

First train

05:10
Last train

23:18

Avg changes

2
Fastest journey

4hr 25m

Distance

273 kilometres
Trains per day

31

Avg. journey time

5hr 27m
Train operators

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Train travel between Gatwick Airport and Barnstaple: train ticket prices

Cost of train tickets from Gatwick Airport to Barnstaple:

Cheapest tickets: £56.05
Cost of tickets when booked 30 days in advance:
Cost of tickets when booked 7 days in advance:

Tickets go on sale 5 months in advance.

Train timetable for travel between Gatwick Airport and Barnstaple

There are a number of different options for travellers going from Gatwick Airport to Barnstaple by train. Here is what to expect along this route:

First daily departure (weekday): 05:10
Last daily departure (weekday): 23:18
First daily departure (weekend): 06:03
Last daily departure (weekend): 20:30
Average number of daily trains: 31 trains
Frequency of train departures: every 19 minutes

What are the travel time and distance for trains from Gatwick Airport to Barnstaple?

On this route spanning 273 kilometres in total, the fastest journey takes 4 hours and 25 minutes.

When do tickets go on sale between Gatwick Airport and Barnstaple?

You can start planning and booking your trip between Gatwick Airport and Barnstaple 5 months before the departure date. Pro tip: buy your tickets as early as possible to save money.

Further insights on trains from Gatwick Airport to Barnstaple

Visit our help articles for tips on booking, station navigation, ticket types and other useful information for travelling Europe by train. To get inspired for your upcoming trip, refer to our Barnstaple city guide.

Frequently asked questions

What’s the distance between Gatwick Airport and Barnstaple by train?

The train journey from Gatwick Airport to Barnstaple covers 273 kilometres in total.

What’s the cost of a train ticket from Gatwick Airport to Barnstaple?

The cheapest ticket for this journey starts at £56.05. Tickets booked 30 days in advance typically cost around . If booked 7 days in advance, the price is typically .

When can I start booking my Gatwick Airport to Barnstaple train tickets?

You can purchase tickets for this route 5 months in advance.

How long does the train take from Gatwick Airport to Barnstaple?

The fastest travel time is 4 hours and 25 minutes.

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