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Barnstaple to Exeter train route details

First train
First train
17:33
Last train
Last train
23:13
Departure city
Departure city
Barnstaple
Arrival city
Arrival city
Exeter
Journey time
Journey time
1h 5m
Distance
Distance
56 km
Price
Price
US$11.52*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Great Western Railway

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17:33
1h 18m, Direct
Barnstaple
18:51
Exeter St Davids
Great Western Railway
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18:38
1h 8m, Direct
Barnstaple
19:46
Exeter St Davids
Great Western Railway
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19:42
1h 11m, Direct
Barnstaple
20:53
Exeter St Davids
Great Western Railway
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20:41
1h 14m, Direct
Barnstaple
21:55
Exeter St Davids
Great Western Railway
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21:41
1h 11m, Direct
Barnstaple
22:52
Exeter St Davids
Great Western Railway
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22:41
1h 2m, Direct
Barnstaple
23:43
Paris
Great Western Railway
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Fares from Barnstaple to Exeter usually average around US$11.52, but you can often save more by choosing options like Off-Peak or Advance tickets. Take a look below to find the best deal for your journey!

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How to book cheap train tickets from Barnstaple to Exeter

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Season tickets for frequent travellers

If you make the journey between Barnstaple and Exeter on a weekly, monthly, or yearly basis, a season ticket is well worth considering. It gives you unlimited travel between the two stations at set times for 1 fixed cost, helping you save money while avoiding the hassle of buying separate tickets each time.
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Travel during Off-Peak train times

To enjoy a calmer and often cheaper journey, we recommend choosing Off-Peak services and steering clear of the busy rush-hour periods. While timings differ slightly by operator, it's usually best to avoid travelling between 06:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM on weekdays. On weekends and bank holidays, Off-Peak fares apply all day.
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Group travel deals

Travelling with a group of 3 to 9 people? Most train companies offer group discounts, allowing you to save up to 1/3 on standard fares. This makes journeys from Barnstaple to Exeter more budget-friendly for families, friends, or colleagues travelling together.
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Using a Railcard for 1/3 off

Save money on your journeys by choosing from a variety of Railcards, most of which give you 1/3 off standard fares. Options include the 16-25, 26-30, Family & Friends, Two Together, Network and Senior Railcards, plus the 16-17 Saver which offers 50% off. You can buy and store them digitally in your Trip.com app, so big savings are always just a tap away.

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