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

The cheapest way to get from Matlock Bath to Barnstaple is to bus which costs £40 - £85 and takes 10h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Matlock Bath to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 4h 6m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Matlock Bath and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct bus from Matlock Bath to Barnstaple station. However, there are services departing from Fishpond Hotel and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Matlock Bath and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct train from Matlock Bath to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from Matlock Bath and arriving at Barnstaple via Derby and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 28m.

How far is it from Matlock Bath to Barnstaple?

The distance between Matlock Bath and Barnstaple is 262 miles. The road distance is 230.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Matlock Bath to Barnstaple without a car is to train which takes 6h 28m and costs £95 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 6h 28m to get from Matlock Bath to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matlock Bath to Barnstaple bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Matlock Bath to Barnstaple train from?

Matlock Bath to Barnstaple train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Derby station.

Train or bus from Matlock Bath to Barnstaple?

The best way to get from Matlock Bath to Barnstaple is to train which takes 6h 28m and costs £95 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £85 and takes 10h 3m.

Where does the Matlock Bath to Barnstaple bus arrive?

Matlock Bath to Barnstaple bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Matlock Bath to Barnstaple train arrive?

Matlock Bath to Barnstaple train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Matlock Bath to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Matlock Bath to Barnstaple is 230 miles. It takes approximately 4h 6m to drive from Matlock Bath to Barnstaple.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Derby to Exeter St DavidsEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to BarnstapleExeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
6h 28m
£98–247
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Derby to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station502
8h 15m
£43–81
Drive 228.9 mi
1. Drive from Matlock Bath to Barnstaple228.9 mi
4h 6m
£58–83
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station134 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station100 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station502
10h 3m
£44–85

Matlock Bath to Barnstaple by train

105Weekly Trains

6h 28mAverage Duration

£98Cheapest Price

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Distance: 260.3 mi
Duration: 6h 28m

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

You can take a train from Matlock Bath to Barnstaple via Derby and Exeter St Davids in around 6h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fishpond Hotel to Bus Station via Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 10h 3m.

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