How to get to Matlock from Manchester

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from Manchester to Matlock

How to get to Matlock from Manchester by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Manchester to Matlock is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

Northern Rail (3)
10:432h24
Manchester
13:07Matlock
£551One-way
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Northern Rail (3)
10:432h24
Manchester
13:07Matlock
£551One-way
0 changes

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Northern Rail (3)
10:432h24
Manchester
13:07Matlock
£551One-way
0 changes

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Northern Rail (3)
04:463h22
Manchester
08:08Matlock
£561One-way
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East Midlands Trains
04:112h56
Manchester
07:07Matlock
£571One-way
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How to Travel from Manchester to Matlock

The buzzing city of Manchester is 50 miles from the Derbyshire town of Matlock, which is located just outside the Peak District. During a visit to Manchester highlights may include the People's History Museum, the Museum of Science and Industry, a choice of Michelin starred restaurant, world class shopping and the chance to see a top football club in action. Matlock on the other hand is a quieter destination. Additional highlights include the Lead Mining Museum and a visit to nearby Matlock Bath, a unique resort town built into the Derwent River valley hillside, itself home to the Heights of Abraham tourist attraction.

Train: Train travel from Manchester Oxford Road to Matlock involves changing trains once or twice in Nottingham/Sheffield/Derby, with a minimum total journey time of just under 3 hours. Rail services along this route are frequent and are operated by East Midlands.

Bus:Local bus services from Transpeak run four times a day during the week and six on weekends from Manchester to Matlock, taking just over 2 hours in journey time. National Express Coach services are also available with 6 direct journeys per day and journey time from just 1 hour 45 minutes.

Travelling from Manchester to Matlock: Travel Tips

  • What is the cheapest way to travel from Manchester to Matlock? The cheapest way to travel to Matlock form Manchester is via coach.
  • What is the fastest way to travel from Manchester to Matlock? The fastest way to travel from Manchester to Matlock is via coach.

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FAQs: Manchester to Matlock

Travel to Matlock easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Manchester to Matlock.

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You can travel between Manchester and Matlock by train.
The cheapest way to travel from Manchester to Matlock is a train with an average price of £35.
The fastest way to travel from Manchester to Matlock is by train with an average journey time of 2h 20m.
The Manchester to Matlock distance is approximately 59 km.
The average frequency per day from Manchester to Matlock is:
  • Around 4 trains per day.
  • Around 4 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Manchester and Matlock as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Manchester to Matlock:
  • Trains mostly depart from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and arrive in Matlock station (MAT).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Manchester to Matlock, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with East Midlands Trains, first_transpennine_express, east_midlands_trains to go to Matlock by train.
Omio customers who travel from Manchester to Matlock often also extend their vacation to go to Derby, London, Nottingham, Sheffield, Bakewell. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Matlock and these popular destinations at a great price.

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