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15/12/2025
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Southend-on-Sea to Barnstaple by train

The journey from Southend-on-Sea to Barnstaple by train is 208.73 mi and takes 4 hrs 35 mins. There are 43 connections per day, with the first departure at 06:03 and the last at 22:34. It is possible to travel from Southend-on-Sea to Barnstaple by train for as little as £43.39 or as much as £359.57. The best price for this journey is £43.39.

Lowest Price £43.39
Journey Duration 4 hrs 35 mins
Connection per Day 43
Lowest Price £43.39
Highest Price £359.57
First Departure 06:03
Last Departure 22:34
Distance 208.73 mi
Departure Southend-on-Sea
Arrival Barnstaple
Carriers c2c, National Rail

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Best time to book cheap train tickets from Southend-on-Sea to Barnstaple

The cheapest Southend-on-Sea - Barnstaple train tickets can be found for as low as £30.31 if you’re lucky, or £34.24 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £40.08.

Find the best day to travel to Barnstaple by train

When travelling to Barnstaple by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board C2c, Greater Anglia and Great Western Railway from Southend-on-Sea to Barnstaple
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Southend-on-Sea to Barnstaple CO2 Emissions by Train

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Train
23.51kg
Bus
25.19kg
Flight
67.18kg
Car
53.75kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Southend-on-Sea to Barnstaple by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Southend-on-Sea and Barnstaple are 23.51kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Southend-on-Sea and Barnstaple? By taking the train between Southend-on-Sea and Barnstaple you will save 43.67kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 1.68kg compared to a bus and 30.24kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a train ticket from Southend-on-Sea to Barnstaple?
A train ticket from Southend-on-Sea to Barnstaple is £103.43. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £43.39.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Southend-on-Sea to Barnstaple?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Southend-on-Sea to Barnstaple is £43.39. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Southend-on-Sea and Barnstaple by train?
Southend-on-Sea to Barnstaple is 208.73 mi.
How long does the train between Southend-on-Sea and Barnstaple take?
Southend-on-Sea to Barnstaple is on average 4 hrs 35 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 0 hrs 45 mins.
Which companies operate from Southend-on-Sea to Barnstaple?
The train journey from Southend-on-Sea to Barnstaple is covered by 3 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: c2c, National Rail, Greater Anglia and Great Western Railway.
How many train connections per day go from Southend-on-Sea to Barnstaple?
Southend-on-Sea to Barnstaple has 43 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Southend-on-Sea to Barnstaple leave?
The earliest train from Southend-on-Sea to Barnstaple departs at 06:03. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Southend-on-Sea to Barnstaple depart?
The latest train from Southend-on-Sea to Barnstaple departs at 22:34. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Southend-on-Sea to Barnstaple in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is £43.39 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Southend-on-Sea to Barnstaple?
There are on average 16 direct connection(s) from Southend-on-Sea to go to Barnstaple.
What's the fastest journey time between Southend-on-Sea to Barnstaple by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Southend-on-Sea and Barnstaple is 0 hrs 45 mins.
Is there a direct train from Southend-on-Sea to Barnstaple?
Yes, there is a direct train between Southend-on-Sea and Barnstaple.
What are the CO2 emissions for Southend-on-Sea to Barnstaple by train?
The train journey from Southend-on-Sea to Barnstaple creates 23.51kg of CO2 emissions.

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