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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | Barnstaple | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | Barnstaple | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | Barnstaple | No tags | ||||
| Train | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | Barnstaple | No tags | ||||
| Train | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | Barnstaple | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Gatwick to Barnstaple
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Barnstaple. The journey takes about 7 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R 963, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 42 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Great Western Railway ticket prices on this trip start at R 5 516
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gatwick to Barnstaple by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Gatwick to Barnstaple?
The cheapest train tickets from Gatwick to Barnstaple start from R 5 516. The average price for this train route is around R 5 516. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Gatwick to Barnstaple?
The average train journey time from Gatwick to Barnstaple is 5h 34m, covering a distance of 273 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 34m and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the Gatwick to Barnstaple route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Gatwick to Barnstaple?
The earliest train from Gatwick to Barnstaple departs at 17:29. And the latest train departs at 17:29.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Gatwick to Barnstaple was searched and found on 01 Feb 2026 with a price of R 2 797To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Gatwick to Barnstaple as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 2 797 to R 4 499 for a train ticket from Gatwick to Barnstaple based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 797, which is on 2026-02-01.
