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Trains from Holyhead (HHD) to Barnstaple (BNP)

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12

train journeys
per day

156

miles (251 kms)

8hrs 39 mins

fastest journey

04:21 / 23:32

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Holyhead (HHD) to Barnstaple (BNP)

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On a typical weekday there are 12 scheduled rail journeys between Holyhead and Barnstaple , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 12 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Holyhead to Barnstaple is approximately 156 miles (251 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 9hrs 58 mins.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Holyhead and Barnstaple.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Holyhead to Barnstaple. The fastest journey time on this route takes 8hrs 39 mins.

Journeys from Holyhead to Barnstaple Today

  • Mon 6th May
    04:21
    9 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    13:28
    Holyhead
    Barnstaple
    Holyhead to Barnstaple
  • Mon 6th May
    05:48
    8 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    14:27
    Holyhead
    Barnstaple
    Holyhead to Barnstaple
  • Mon 6th May
    06:24
    9 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    15:25
    Holyhead
    Barnstaple
    Holyhead to Barnstaple
  • Mon 6th May
    07:30
    8 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    16:25
    Holyhead
    Barnstaple
    Holyhead to Barnstaple
  • Mon 6th May
    08:05
    9 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    17:28
    Holyhead
    Barnstaple
    Holyhead to Barnstaple
  • Mon 6th May
    09:26
    9 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    18:33
    Holyhead
    Barnstaple
    Holyhead to Barnstaple
  • Mon 6th May
    10:40
    8 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    19:31
    Holyhead
    Barnstaple
    Holyhead to Barnstaple
  • Mon 6th May
    11:50
    8 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    20:32
    Holyhead
    Barnstaple
    Holyhead to Barnstaple
  • Mon 6th May
    12:33
    9 hrs 3 changes
    21:33
    Holyhead
    Barnstaple
    Holyhead to Barnstaple
  • Mon 6th May
    13:28
    9 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    22:37
    Holyhead
    Barnstaple
    Holyhead to Barnstaple
  • Mon 6th May
    16:36
    13 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    06:19
    Holyhead
    Barnstaple
    Holyhead to Barnstaple
  • Mon 6th May
    19:22
    16 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    11:25
    Holyhead
    Barnstaple
    Holyhead to Barnstaple

About Holyhead Station

Station name Holyhead (HHD)
Address Holyhead station, Station Approach, London Road, Holyhead, Anglesey, LL65 2BT
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 19:10
Saturday 06:10 - 19:10
Sunday 10:30 - 17:00
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 Holyhead and Barnstaple

The travel time between Holyhead and Barnstaple by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 9hrs 58 mins & the fastest journey takes 8hrs 39 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Holyhead and Barnstaple vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 12 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:21, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:32.

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Amenities on trains between Holyhead 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 Holyhead & Barnstaple. owever, there are 12 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Holyhead and Barnstaple.

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