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Trip Summary
You can pick from 8 daily train trips between Barnstaple and Worcester. The average train journey from Barnstaple to Worcester takes 5 hours and 42 minutes, but some Great Western Railway + Connections train trips are as short as 3 hours and 44 minutes.
| Distance | 110 mi (177 km) |
| Fastest train | 3h 44m |
| Lowest price | $118.78 |
| Most frequent service | Great Western Railway + Connections |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Barnstaple to Worcester?
2 train services operate from Barnstaple to Worcester. Great Western Railway + Connections usually has more trains scheduled, with 6 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Great Western Railway | 2 | 7h 5m | $118.78 |
| Great Western Railway + Connections | 6 | 5h 15m | $118.78 |
Great Western Railway is a train company in the United Kingdom responsible for rail services in the west of England and south Wales, including many intercity services to and from London. Whether you book a seat on a standard or first-class carriage, you can expect plenty of legroom, complimentary WiFi, power outlets/USB charging points, and onboard restrooms. There are also café cars or snacks trolleys onboard.
Great Western Railway + Connections train tickets from Barnstaple to Worcester start from $119, and on average cost . Daily there are 6 Great Western Railway + Connections schedules to Worcester. Great Western Railway + Connections in Barnstaple leaves from Barnstaple Station . And in Worcester trains arrive at Worcester Shrub Hill .
From Barnstaple to Worcester train travel on Great Western Railway + Connections takes 5 hours and 15 minutes. If you are looking to get to Worcester faster, Great Western Railway + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 3 hours and 44 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Barnstaple and Worcester is approximately 110 miles, or 177 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 5 hours and 42 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 44 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Trains departing from Barnstaple to Worcester tend to have the most passengers on Tuesday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Tuesday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Tuesday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Barnstaple at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 10:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 8 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Worcester to Barnstaple.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Barnstaple?
Main departure station: Barnstaple Station
There is one train station in Barnstaple.
All train stations in Barnstaple:
Barnstaple Station
Where is the train station in Worcester?
Main arrival station: Worcester Shrub Hill Train Station
Worcester has one train station.
Train stations in Worcester:
Worcester Shrub Hill Train Station
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