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Trains from Colchester Town (CET) to Barnstaple (BNP)

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15

train journeys
per day

221

miles (355 kms)

5hrs 49 mins

fastest journey

08:00 / 23:07

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Colchester Town (CET) to Barnstaple (BNP)

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On a typical weekday there are 15 scheduled rail journeys between Colchester Town 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 Colchester Town to Barnstaple is approximately 221 miles (355 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 7 mins.

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

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Colchester Town to Barnstaple. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 49 mins.

Journeys from Colchester Town to Barnstaple Today

  • Mon 6th May
    08:00
    5 hrs 28 mins 4 changes
    13:28
    Colchester Town
    Barnstaple
    Colchester Town to Barnstaple
  • Mon 6th May
    09:00
    5 hrs 27 mins 4 changes
    14:27
    Colchester Town
    Barnstaple
    Colchester Town to Barnstaple
  • Mon 6th May
    10:00
    5 hrs 25 mins 4 changes
    15:25
    Colchester Town
    Barnstaple
    Colchester Town to Barnstaple
  • Mon 6th May
    11:00
    5 hrs 25 mins 4 changes
    16:25
    Colchester Town
    Barnstaple
    Colchester Town to Barnstaple
  • Mon 6th May
    12:00
    5 hrs 28 mins 4 changes
    17:28
    Colchester Town
    Barnstaple
    Colchester Town to Barnstaple
  • Mon 6th May
    12:35
    5 hrs 58 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    18:33
    Colchester Town
    Barnstaple
    Colchester Town to Barnstaple
  • Mon 6th May
    12:44
    5 hrs 49 mins 4 changes
    18:33
    Colchester Town
    Barnstaple
    Colchester Town to Barnstaple
  • Mon 6th May
    14:00
    5 hrs 31 mins 4 changes
    19:31
    Colchester Town
    Barnstaple
    Colchester Town to Barnstaple
  • Mon 6th May
    15:00
    5 hrs 32 mins 4 changes
    20:32
    Colchester Town
    Barnstaple
    Colchester Town to Barnstaple
  • Mon 6th May
    16:00
    5 hrs 33 mins 4 changes
    21:33
    Colchester Town
    Barnstaple
    Colchester Town to Barnstaple
  • Mon 6th May
    17:00
    5 hrs 37 mins 4 changes
    22:37
    Colchester Town
    Barnstaple
    Colchester Town to Barnstaple
  • Mon 6th May
    19:35
    10 hrs 44 mins 4 changes
    06:19
    Colchester Town
    Barnstaple
    Colchester Town to Barnstaple
  • Mon 6th May
    21:35
    10 hrs 50 mins 4 changes
    08:25
    Colchester Town
    Barnstaple
    Colchester Town to Barnstaple
  • Mon 6th May
    22:44
    11 hrs 44 mins 4 changes
    10:28
    Colchester Town
    Barnstaple
    Colchester Town to Barnstaple
  • Mon 6th May
    23:00
    12 hrs 25 mins 4 changes
    11:25
    Colchester Town
    Barnstaple
    Colchester Town to Barnstaple

About Colchester Town Station

Station name Colchester Town (CET)
Address Colchester Town station, St. Botolphs Circus, Colchester, Essex, CO2 7EF
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 20:15
Saturday 07:00 - 18:45
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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 Town and Barnstaple

The travel time between Colchester Town and Barnstaple by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 7 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 49 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Colchester Town 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 08:00, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:07.

First class tickets on trains between Colchester Town and Barnstaple typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

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

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

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