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Trains from Bedford to Barnstaple (BNP)

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14

train journeys
per day

170

miles (274 kms)

4hrs 52 mins

fastest journey

03:43 / 00:53

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Bedford to Barnstaple (BNP)

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On a typical weekday there are 14 scheduled rail journeys between Bedford and Barnstaple , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 14 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Bedford to Barnstaple is approximately 170 miles (274 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 52 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, GWR, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Bedford and Barnstaple.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Bedford to Barnstaple. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 52 mins.

Journeys from Bedford to Barnstaple Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    03:43
    6 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    10:28
    Bedford
    Barnstaple
    Bedford to Barnstaple
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:33
    4 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    11:25
    Bedford
    Barnstaple
    Bedford to Barnstaple
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:18
    5 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    13:28
    Bedford
    Barnstaple
    Bedford to Barnstaple
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:18
    5 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    14:27
    Bedford
    Barnstaple
    Bedford to Barnstaple
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:18
    5 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    15:25
    Bedford
    Barnstaple
    Bedford to Barnstaple
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:18
    5 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    16:25
    Bedford
    Barnstaple
    Bedford to Barnstaple
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:18
    5 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    17:28
    Bedford
    Barnstaple
    Bedford to Barnstaple
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:10
    5 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    18:33
    Bedford
    Barnstaple
    Bedford to Barnstaple
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:18
    5 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    19:31
    Bedford
    Barnstaple
    Bedford to Barnstaple
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:18
    5 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    20:32
    Bedford
    Barnstaple
    Bedford to Barnstaple
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:29
    5 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    21:33
    Bedford
    Barnstaple
    Bedford to Barnstaple
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:26
    5 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    22:37
    Bedford
    Barnstaple
    Bedford to Barnstaple
  • Mon 29th Apr
    22:13
    8 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    06:19
    Bedford
    Barnstaple
    Bedford to Barnstaple
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:43
    10 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    10:28
    Bedford
    Barnstaple
    Bedford to Barnstaple

About Bedford Station

Station name Bedford (BDM)
Address Bedford station, Ashburnham Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 1DS
Managed by TL

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 21:00
Saturday 05:45 - 21:00
Sunday 07:15 - 21:15
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Barnstaple Station

Station name Barnstaple (BNP)
Address Barnstaple station, Station Road, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 2AU
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 17:50
Saturday 06:15 - 17:50
Sunday 09:20 - 16:40
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Bedford and Barnstaple

The travel time between Bedford and Barnstaple by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 52 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 52 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Bedford and Barnstaple vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 14 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 03:43, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:53.

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Amenities on trains between Bedford and Barnstaple can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Bedford & Barnstaple. owever, there are 14 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, GWR, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Bedford and Barnstaple.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Bedford and Barnstaple, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.