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The average train between Barnstaple and Matlock takes 6h 41m and the fastest train takes 5h 48m. The train service runs several times per day from Barnstaple to Matlock. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

6h 41m
Duration
260 mi
Distance
£138
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Barnstaple to Matlock train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Barnstaple and Matlock. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Barnstaple is at 10:41 PM which arrives into Matlock at 10:23 AM. All services require a transfer at Exeter St Davids and take an average of 6h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways15h 28m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways15h 50m • 2 changes

Departing Sunday, November 1, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways6h 1m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways5h 59m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways6h 4m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways6h 1m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways5h 58m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways5h 48m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways5h 48m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways5h 48m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways5h 58m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways5h 48m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways5h 48m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways5h 48m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways5h 58m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways5h 48m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways5h 48m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways5h 48m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways5h 58m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways5h 48m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways5h 48m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways5h 48m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways5h 58m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways5h 48m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways5h 48m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways5h 48m • 2 changes
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Want to know about travelling from Barnstaple to Matlock? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Barnstaple to Matlock.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 259.6 mi
  • Duration: 6h 41m

What companies run services between Barnstaple, England and Matlock, England?

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Matlock via Exeter St Davids and Derby in around 6h 22m.

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