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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Barnstaple (BNP)

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15

train journeys
per day

47

miles (76 kms)

3hrs 13 mins

fastest journey

06:57 / 00:44

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

2

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Barnstaple (BNP)

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On a typical weekday there are 15 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Central and Barnstaple , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 15 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Central to Barnstaple is approximately 47 miles (76 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 30 mins.

CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Barnstaple.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Central to Barnstaple. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 13 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Central to Barnstaple Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:57
    3 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    10:28
    Cardiff Central
    Barnstaple
    Cardiff Central to Barnstaple
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:28
    3 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    11:25
    Cardiff Central
    Barnstaple
    Cardiff Central to Barnstaple
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:37
    3 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    12:25
    Cardiff Central
    Barnstaple
    Cardiff Central to Barnstaple
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:28
    4 hrs 2 changes
    13:28
    Cardiff Central
    Barnstaple
    Cardiff Central to Barnstaple
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:30
    3 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    14:27
    Cardiff Central
    Barnstaple
    Cardiff Central to Barnstaple
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:30
    3 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    15:25
    Cardiff Central
    Barnstaple
    Cardiff Central to Barnstaple
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:30
    3 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    16:25
    Cardiff Central
    Barnstaple
    Cardiff Central to Barnstaple
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:30
    3 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    17:28
    Cardiff Central
    Barnstaple
    Cardiff Central to Barnstaple
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:30
    4 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    18:33
    Cardiff Central
    Barnstaple
    Cardiff Central to Barnstaple
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:18
    3 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    19:31
    Cardiff Central
    Barnstaple
    Cardiff Central to Barnstaple
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:27
    4 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    20:32
    Cardiff Central
    Barnstaple
    Cardiff Central to Barnstaple
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:27
    4 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    21:33
    Cardiff Central
    Barnstaple
    Cardiff Central to Barnstaple
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:30
    4 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    22:37
    Cardiff Central
    Barnstaple
    Cardiff Central to Barnstaple
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    22:18
    8 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    06:19
    Cardiff Central
    Barnstaple
    Cardiff Central to Barnstaple
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:30
    8 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    08:25
    Cardiff Central
    Barnstaple
    Cardiff Central to Barnstaple

About Cardiff Central Station

Station name Cardiff Central (CDF)
Address Cardiff Central Station, Central Square, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 1EP
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 21:30
Saturday 05:40 - 21:30
Sunday 07:30 - 21:30
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 Cardiff Central and Barnstaple

The travel time between Cardiff Central and Barnstaple by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 30 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 13 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Central and Barnstaple vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 15 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:57, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:44.

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Amenities on trains between Cardiff Central 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 Cardiff Central & Barnstaple. owever, there are 15 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Barnstaple.

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