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Trip Summary
On most days, there is one scheduled train that travels from Cheltenham to Barnstaple. The train trip from Cheltenham to Barnstaple is usually about 3 hours and 23 minutes long. However, be prepared just in case your train arrives slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
Distance | 102 mi (165 km) |
Fastest train | 3h 23m |
Lowest price | $75.47 |
Most frequent service | CrossCountry + Connections |
Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Cheltenham to Barnstaple?
CrossCountry + Connections is the one and only train line which connects Cheltenham to Barnstaple. 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 |
---|---|---|---|
CrossCountry + Connections | 1 | 3h 23m | $75.47 |
CrossCountry + Connections train tickets from Cheltenham to Barnstaple start from $75, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 CrossCountry + Connections schedules to Barnstaple. CrossCountry + Connections in Cheltenham leaves from Cheltenham Spa . And in Barnstaple trains arrive at Barnstaple Station .
From Cheltenham to Barnstaple train travel on CrossCountry + Connections takes 3 hours and 23 minutes.
If you are looking to travel to Barnstaple on a weekend there is typically one CrossCountry + Connections scheduled trip per day, which will cost for a one-way weekend reservation from Cheltenham.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Cheltenham and Barnstaple is approximately 102 miles, or 165 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 3 hours and 23 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.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Cheltenham to Barnstaple on Monday. Tickets for Monday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Monday. Monday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Cheltenham at 5:00pm and arrives in Barnstaple around 3 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.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Cheltenham?
Main departure station: Cheltenham Spa Station
There is one train station in Cheltenham.
All train stations in Cheltenham:
Cheltenham Spa Station
Where is the train station in Barnstaple?
Main arrival station: Barnstaple Station
Barnstaple has one train station.
All train stations in Barnstaple:
Barnstaple Station
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