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Waterloo to Barnstaple Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Waterloo to Barnstaple? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £20.50, with average prices for this route around £40.00.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
22:49 11h 44m, Changes required London Waterloo	10:33 +1 Barnstaple		Find Tickets
23:39 11h 49m, Changes required London Waterloo	11:28 +1 Paris		Find Tickets

Waterloo to Barnstaple Train Route Details

First train

00:36

Last train

23:39

Departure station

Waterloo

Arrival station

Barnstaple

Journey time

3h 59m

Distance

277 km

Price

£20.50*

Train operators

Southeastern, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Waterloo to Barnstaple

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Waterloo to Barnstaple can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Waterloo to Barnstaple for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Waterloo to Barnstaple, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Waterloo to Barnstaple ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Waterloo to Barnstaple more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Waterloo to Barnstaple train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Waterloo to Barnstaple with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.

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Waterloo to Barnstaple Train prices and times

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