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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Matlock
Cheapest price
£35
Average price
£45
Fastest journey
2 h 20 m
Average duration
2 h 20 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
59 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Matlock is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Matlock will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £35.
Of the 2 trains that leave Manchester for Matlock every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 59 km distance in an average of 2 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
8:032h20Manchester10:23Matlock£351One-way0 changes- 9:032h20Manchester11:23Matlock£551One-way0 changes
- 9:032h20Manchester11:23Matlock£551One-way0 changes
- 8:032h20Manchester10:23Matlock£351One-way0 changes
Live departures
Manchester to Matlock train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Matlock trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 22 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:03 Manchester | 2h20 | 10:23 Matlock | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:03 Manchester | 2h20 | 11:23 Matlock | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Matlock
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester to Matlock run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £33 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:48, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 59 km distance in 2h 20m.
Distance 59 km |
Average train duration 2h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 20m |
First train 4:48 |
Last train 23:49 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway from Manchester to Matlock trainsEast Midlands Railway trains will get you between Manchester and Matlock from £33. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Manchester to Matlock train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Matlock by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Matlock, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Matlock
Most Manchester to Matlock trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Matlock station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Matlock train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Manchester station do trains to Matlock leave from?
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to East Didsbury from Manchester city centre
East Didsbury is 8 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
East Didsbury train station facilities and services
East Didsbury has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Didsbury, The Gateway
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at East Didsbury. Information desks are located near the ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at East Didsbury.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at East Didsbury: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at East Didsbury: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at East Didsbury: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge Manchester Didsbury, Premier Inn Manchester Didsbury, Eleven Didsbury Park Hotel.
Which Matlock station do trains from Manchester arrive at?
Getting to Matlock from Matlock city centre
Matlock train station facilities and services
Matlock has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Matlock.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Matlock: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Matlock: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Matlock: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B Level access to single platform. This station has tactile paving at the edge of the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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