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Trip Overview

The average train between Barnstaple and Matlock takes 6h 55m 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 55m
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 12:07 AM at night, 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 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 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 16, 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 17, 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 18, 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 19, 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 20, 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 Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways10h 16m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways5h 52m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways5h 57m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways5h 49m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 259.6 mi
  • Duration: 6h 55m

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 24m.

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