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Barnstaple to Margate Train Schedule
Trip Summary
On most days, there is one scheduled train that travels from Barnstaple to Margate. The train trip from Barnstaple to Margate is usually about 7 hours and 24 minutes long. However, be prepared just in case your train arrives slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
| Distance | 237 mi (381 km) |
| Fastest train | 7h 24m |
| Lowest price | $126.98 |
| Most frequent service | Great Western Railway + Connections |
| Train lines | 1 |

Which train should you take from Barnstaple to Margate?
Great Western Railway + Connections is the one and only train line which connects Barnstaple to Margate. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability. On the other hand, you won't have to spend a ton of time comparing a bunch of possible options.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Great Western Railway + Connections | 1 | 7h 24m | $126.98 |
Great Western Railway + Connections train tickets from Barnstaple to Margate start from $127, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Great Western Railway + Connections schedules to Margate. Great Western Railway + Connections in Barnstaple leaves from Barnstaple Station . And in Margate trains arrive at Margate Station .
From Barnstaple to Margate train travel on Great Western Railway + Connections takes 7 hours and 24 minutes.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Barnstaple to Margate
The distance between Barnstaple and Margate is approximately 237 miles, or 381 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 7 hours and 24 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 from Barnstaple to Margate are the most crowded on Tuesday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Tuesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Barnstaple at 10:00am and arrives in Margate around 7 hours later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. However, it is not a direct train. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your carry-on luggage with you when you transfer trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Margate 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 Margate?
Main arrival station: Margate Station
Margate has one train station.
All train stations in Margate:
Margate Station
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