Indoor karting near Barnstaple
Go karting near Barnstaple
Looking for go karting near Barnstaple? Raceworld is approximately 54 miles away, with a typical drive taking around 1 hour 10 minutes. Make a day of it and experience our multi-award-winning indoor karting circuit near Exeter.
Indoor racing for North Devon
From Barnstaple to the grid
Raceworld is approximately 54 miles from Barnstaple, with the journey typically taking around 1 hour 10 minutes by car.
The main route heads east on the A361 North Devon Link Road towards Tiverton, before joining the M5 southbound towards Exeter. Raceworld is then a short drive from Junction 30 at Greendale Business Park.
Once you arrive, our purpose-built 400m indoor circuit combines fast straights, flowing sections, technical corners and a flyover bridge. Complete beginners are welcome, while experienced drivers will still find plenty of challenge.
1 hr 10 Typical drive from Barnstaple
Why travel from Barnstaple?
Make it a proper race day
If you're making the journey from North Devon, you want more than a few laps around a basic circuit. Raceworld combines a professional indoor track, structured race formats and more than 30 years of experience.
Award winning
A multi-award-winning Devon attraction and events venue.
Proper racing
Qualifying, grid starts and competitive race formats, not simply driving around the circuit.
All weather
The entire circuit is indoors, so a long journey won't be wasted because of bad weather.
Groups welcome
Friends, families, celebrations, work events and experienced racers are all welcome.
Ready. Set. Race.
Popular sessions
If you're travelling from Barnstaple, choose the race format that gives you the experience you want. From practice sessions to full competitive race events, there's an option to suit different groups.
Practice
Build confidence, learn the track and improve your racing line.
Explore PracticeSprint
Qualifying followed by a competitive Sprint Race from the starting grids.
Explore SprintSuper Prix
More track time and a complete competitive racing experience.
Explore Super PrixFinding Raceworld
Barnstaple to Raceworld
Raceworld is approximately 54 miles from Barnstaple, with a typical journey of around 1 hour 10 minutes. Traffic and road conditions can affect journey times, so use the live directions below before setting off.
Getting here
From Barnstaple to the grid
From Barnstaple, follow the A361 North Devon Link Road towards Tiverton and M5 Junction 27.
Join the M5 southbound and continue towards Exeter. Leave at Junction 30, then follow the A3052 towards Sidmouth and Greendale Business Park.
Before you race
First time karting?
You don't need previous karting experience. Our team will explain the controls, circuit rules and safety procedures before you race.
Our main fleet is available to drivers aged 11 and over who are at least 155cm tall. We also have one cadet kart for drivers from 145cm tall, which must be arranged in advance.
Barnstaple karting FAQs
Quick answers
Everything you need to know before making the journey from Barnstaple to Raceworld.
How far is Raceworld from Barnstaple?
Raceworld is approximately 54 miles from Barnstaple. The exact distance will vary slightly depending on where in Barnstaple you start your journey.
How long does it take to drive from Barnstaple to Raceworld?
A typical drive from Barnstaple to Raceworld takes around 1 hour 10 minutes. Traffic and road conditions can affect the journey, so we recommend checking live directions before leaving.
Is there indoor go karting near Barnstaple?
Raceworld is a fully indoor 400m karting circuit near Exeter and is accessible from Barnstaple via the A361 North Devon Link Road and M5.
How do I get to Raceworld from Barnstaple?
From Barnstaple, follow the A361 North Devon Link Road towards Tiverton and M5 Junction 27. Travel south on the M5 to Junction 30, then follow the A3052 towards Sidmouth and Greendale Business Park.
Is Raceworld worth travelling from Barnstaple for?
Raceworld offers a purpose-built 400m indoor circuit, professional racing equipment and structured events including qualifying and grid-start races. The circuit is fully indoors, so your journey isn't dependent on good weather.
How much does go karting near Barnstaple cost?
Prices depend on the race format you choose. Our popular Practice sessions start from £39.50, Sprint events from £54.50 and Super Prix events from £67.50 per driver. Check our pricing page for current options and availability.
How old do you have to be to race at Raceworld?
Drivers must be aged 11 or over. The normal minimum height for our main kart fleet is 155cm. One cadet kart is available for drivers from 145cm tall and must be booked in advance.
Should we book before travelling from Barnstaple?
Yes. As you're travelling around 54 miles, we strongly recommend booking before setting off. This ensures you have a confirmed race time, particularly at weekends and during school holidays.
Ready to race?
Around 54 miles and approximately 1 hour 10 minutes from Barnstaple. Make a race day of it and take your place on the Raceworld grid.