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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Matlock
Showing times and prices for 06 Dec
Cheapest price
£55
Average price
£56
Fastest journey
2 h 23 m
Average duration
3 h 40 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
59 km
Cheap tickets
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 £56 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £55.
Fast trains
Of the 4 trains that leave Manchester for Matlock every day 4 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 3 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 23 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 6 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.
11:132h53
Manchester14:06Matlock
£551One-way
0 changes
07:432h23
Manchester10:06Matlock
£561One-way
0 changes
04:596h06
Manchester11:05Matlock
£561One-way
0 changes
04:463h19
Manchester08:05Matlock
£571One-way
0 changes
07:432h23
Manchester10:06Matlock
£561One-way
0 changes
11:132h53
Manchester14:06Matlock
£551One-way
0 changes
04:463h19
Manchester08:05Matlock
£571One-way
0 changes
04:596h06
Manchester11:05Matlock
£561One-way
0 changes
Live departures
Manchester to Matlock train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Matlock trains for tomorrow, Saturday 6 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 15:17
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:46 Manchester | 3h19 | 08:05 Matlock | 0 changesdirect | |
| 04:59 Manchester | 6h06 | 11:05 Matlock | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:43 Manchester | 2h23 | 10:06 Matlock | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:13 Manchester | 2h53 | 14:06 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 3 times per day, taking around 2h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:48, the last at 23:15. The fastest train covers the 59 km distance in 2h 23m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 59 km |
Average train duration 2h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 2h 23m |
First train 04:48 |
Last train 23:15 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: East Midlands Trains, first_transpennine_express, east_midlands_trains from Manchester to Matlock trainsEast Midlands Trains, first_transpennine_express, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Manchester and Matlock from £30. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
East Midlands Trains
About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 23m
Cheapest Price
£55
East Midlands Trains frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone
first_transpennine_express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 42m
Cheapest Price
£67
first_transpennine_express frequency
3 a day
east_midlands_trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 21m
Cheapest Price
£61
east_midlands_trains frequency
9 a day
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.
A day trip from Manchester to Matlock is not feasible, as the journey takes 2h 23m each way. However, there are 3 trains per day.
Two to three days in Matlock should suffice to explore its main attractions, including the Heights of Abraham, Matlock Bath, and the beautiful Peak District surroundings.
The train distance from Manchester to Matlock is 59 km.
The train journey from Manchester to Matlock covers a distance of 59 km and takes approximately 2h 23m. Trains run 3 per day.
Yes, the train journey from Manchester to Matlock offers scenic views, taking you through the picturesque Peak District, with rolling hills, charming villages, and lush countryside landscapes along the way.
The first train from Manchester to Matlock leaves at 4:48.
Booking trains from Manchester to Matlock in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The last train from Manchester to Matlock departs at 23:15.
The cost of a train ticket from Manchester to Matlock can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £30, while the average price tends to be around £55.
Trains from Manchester to Matlock run approximately 3 times per day.
The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Matlock is by train, costing approximately £30.
The train station in Manchester that goes to Matlock is Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), and it arrives at Matlock station (MAT).
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Manchester to Matlock.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester to Matlock.
To travel from Manchester to Matlock, you can take a train.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Manchester to Matlock.
There is no night train service from Manchester to Matlock.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Matlock
Manchester
Matlock
The major train station for departures in Manchester is Deansgate. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Deansgate for your trip from Manchester to Matlock.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:20 - 23:40 Sunday 08:10 - 23:30
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station From Whitworth Street, up a ramp (43 paces, 1:25 slope) and level access through the entrance into the foyer. Or from the junction of Chester Road, Whitworth Street and Deansgate, level access through the entrance, along the corridor and up 21 steps into the foyer. Then, to Manchester: Past the ticket office, via the lift in the foyer. Or up a ramp (34 paces), up 17 steps onto the platform. To Bolton, Warrington and Wigan : Via the lift in the foyer or along the subway (26 paces), up a ramp (32 paces) and up 18 steps onto the platform. Level access to Manchester platform also via overbridge from Metrolink G-Mex Metrolink stop. Lift available first to last train, currently 06:20 - 23:40 Monday to Saturday. 08:10 - 23:30 Sunday.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Deansgate
- Onward travel information: Free Metro shuttle bus link from station front serving Manchester City centre including Victoria Station On both sides of Whitworth Street, Deansgate and Chester Road for buses to Piccadilly Gardens, Altrincham or Sale. Contact Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at bus stops on Whitworth St.
- Metro: Metrolink G-Mex tram stop linked by footbridge from Manchester platform. 0161 228 7811
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersParkingDiningTaxisAccessibility
WCHotelTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday
Distance to city center
8 km
Number of platforms
2Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible via Wilmslow Road.
Dining
- The Didsbury
- The Gateway
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Ramps.
WC
- £0.30
Hotel
- Travelodge Manchester Didsbury
- Premier Inn Manchester Didsbury
- Eleven Didsbury Park Hotel
Information Desk
- Located near the ticket office
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: entrance and ticket office
- Hall 2: access to platforms
Public transport options for East Didsbury
- Tram: Metrolink East Didsbury Line
- Bus: Several lines available including 42, 142, 50
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWCTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
Distance to city center
13 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts. The Ladies toilets are located at the end of Platform 3. The Gents toilets are located at the end of Platform 2. The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: No cycle storage
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Manchester Airport
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.
The major train station for arrivals in Matlock is Matlock. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Matlock for your journey to Matlock from Manchester.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelBike Parkinginformation
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Matlock
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: New bus station interchange
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