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Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Barnstaple (BNP)

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15

train journeys
per day

165

miles (266 kms)

5hrs 13 mins

fastest journey

06:02 / 00:06

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Barnstaple (BNP)

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On a typical weekday there are 15 scheduled rail journeys between Leicester 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 Leicester to Barnstaple is approximately 165 miles (266 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 29 mins.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Leicester and Barnstaple.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Leicester to Barnstaple. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 13 mins.

Journeys from Leicester to Barnstaple Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:02
    5 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    11:25
    Leicester
    Barnstaple
    Leicester to Barnstaple
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:07
    5 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    12:25
    Leicester
    Barnstaple
    Leicester to Barnstaple
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:01
    5 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    13:28
    Leicester
    Barnstaple
    Leicester to Barnstaple
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:04
    5 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    14:27
    Leicester
    Barnstaple
    Leicester to Barnstaple
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:04
    5 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    15:25
    Leicester
    Barnstaple
    Leicester to Barnstaple
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:04
    5 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    16:25
    Leicester
    Barnstaple
    Leicester to Barnstaple
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:04
    5 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    17:28
    Leicester
    Barnstaple
    Leicester to Barnstaple
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:50
    5 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    18:33
    Leicester
    Barnstaple
    Leicester to Barnstaple
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:18
    5 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    19:31
    Leicester
    Barnstaple
    Leicester to Barnstaple
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:04
    5 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    20:32
    Leicester
    Barnstaple
    Leicester to Barnstaple
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:03
    5 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    21:33
    Leicester
    Barnstaple
    Leicester to Barnstaple
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:04
    5 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    22:37
    Leicester
    Barnstaple
    Leicester to Barnstaple
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    21:23
    8 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    06:19
    Leicester
    Barnstaple
    Leicester to Barnstaple
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    22:52
    11 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    10:28
    Leicester
    Barnstaple
    Leicester to Barnstaple
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:46
    11 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    11:25
    Leicester
    Barnstaple
    Leicester to Barnstaple

About Leicester Station

Station name Leicester (LEI)
Address Leicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:20 - 22:30
Saturday 05:20 - 22:30
Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
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 Leicester and Barnstaple

The travel time between Leicester and Barnstaple by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 29 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 13 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Leicester 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 06:02, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:06.

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

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Leicester and Barnstaple.

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