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Trains from Colchester (COL) to Barnstaple (BNP)

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14

train journeys
per day

220

miles (355 kms)

4hrs 55 mins

fastest journey

06:30 / 00:27

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Colchester (COL) to Barnstaple (BNP)

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On a typical weekday there are 14 scheduled rail journeys between Colchester 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 Colchester to Barnstaple is approximately 220 miles (355 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 30 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Barnstaple.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Colchester to Barnstaple. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 55 mins.

Journeys from Colchester to Barnstaple Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:30
    4 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    11:25
    Colchester
    Barnstaple
    Colchester to Barnstaple
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:32
    4 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    13:28
    Colchester
    Barnstaple
    Colchester to Barnstaple
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:30
    4 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    14:27
    Colchester
    Barnstaple
    Colchester to Barnstaple
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:30
    4 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    15:25
    Colchester
    Barnstaple
    Colchester to Barnstaple
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:30
    4 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    16:25
    Colchester
    Barnstaple
    Colchester to Barnstaple
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:30
    4 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    17:28
    Colchester
    Barnstaple
    Colchester to Barnstaple
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:01
    5 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    18:33
    Colchester
    Barnstaple
    Colchester to Barnstaple
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:30
    5 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    19:31
    Colchester
    Barnstaple
    Colchester to Barnstaple
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:30
    5 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    20:32
    Colchester
    Barnstaple
    Colchester to Barnstaple
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:29
    5 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    21:33
    Colchester
    Barnstaple
    Colchester to Barnstaple
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:30
    5 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    22:37
    Colchester
    Barnstaple
    Colchester to Barnstaple
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    22:03
    8 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    06:19
    Colchester
    Barnstaple
    Colchester to Barnstaple
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:03
    11 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    10:28
    Colchester
    Barnstaple
    Colchester to Barnstaple
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:22
    16 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    15:25
    Colchester
    Barnstaple
    Colchester to Barnstaple

About Colchester Station

Station name Colchester (COL)
Address Colchester [North] station, Station Approach Road, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1XD
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 22:00
Saturday 05:30 - 21:00
Sunday 06:00 - 21:00
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 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 Colchester and Barnstaple

The travel time between Colchester and Barnstaple by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 30 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 55 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Colchester 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 06:30, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:27.

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Amenities on trains between Colchester 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 Colchester & Barnstaple. owever, there are 14 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Barnstaple.

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