The average train between Chesterfield and Barnstaple takes 5h 46m and the fastest train takes 4h 55m. The train service runs several times per day from Chesterfield to Barnstaple. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Chesterfield and Barnstaple. The earliest departure is at 7:06 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chesterfield is at 7:08 PM which arrives into Barnstaple at 6:19 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Chesterfield to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from Chesterfield station and arriving at Barnstaple station via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 46m.
Chesterfield to Barnstaple train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Chesterfield station.
Chesterfield to Barnstaple train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Barnstaple station.
Book your Chesterfield to Barnstaple train tickets online with Cross Country and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Chesterfield and Barnstaple is 301.1 km. The road distance is 432 km.
You can take a train from Chesterfield to Barnstaple via Exeter St Davids in around 5h 32m.