What is the cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Matlock?

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Matlock is to bus which costs £40 - £85 and takes 9h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Matlock?

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Matlock is to drive which takes 4h 8m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Matlock?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnstaple station to Matlock. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Olde Englishe Road via Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Barnstaple and Matlock?

No, there is no direct train from Barnstaple to Matlock. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Matlock via Exeter St Davids and Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 9m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Matlock?

The distance between Barnstaple and Matlock is 261 miles. The road distance is 232.3 miles.

How do I travel from Barnstaple to Matlock without a car?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Matlock without a car is to train which takes 6h 9m and costs £120 - £270.

How long does it take to get from Barnstaple to Matlock?

It takes approximately 6h 9m to get from Barnstaple to Matlock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Matlock bus from?

Barnstaple to Matlock bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Matlock train from?

Barnstaple to Matlock train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Barnstaple station.

Train or bus from Barnstaple to Matlock?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Matlock is to train which takes 6h 9m and costs £120 - £270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £85 and takes 9h 12m.

Where does the Barnstaple to Matlock bus arrive?

Barnstaple to Matlock bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Barnstaple to Matlock train arrive?

Barnstaple to Matlock train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Matlock?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Matlock is 232 miles. It takes approximately 4h 8m to drive from Barnstaple to Matlock.

How do I get a train ticket from Barnstaple to Matlock?

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Where can I stay near Matlock?

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Barnstaple to Matlock - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Barnstaple to Matlock by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St DavidsBarnstaple - Exeter Central / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to DerbyPlymouth - Sheffield / ...
6h 9m
£125–265
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station502
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station100 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station134 / ...
9h 12m
£42–82
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station502
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Newhall St
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Derby
7h 51m
£44–83
Drive 230.9 mi
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Matlock230.9 mi
4h 8m
£58–84

Barnstaple to Matlock by train

96Weekly Trains

6h 9mAverage Duration

£125Cheapest Price

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Distance: 259.5 mi
Duration: 6h 9m

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 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Olde Englishe Road via Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 9h 12m.

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