The average train between Barnsley and Matlock takes 2h 26m and the fastest train takes 1h 47m. There is a train service every few hours from Barnsley to Matlock. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Barnsley and Matlock. The earliest departure is at 6:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Barnsley is at 11:49 PM which arrives into Matlock at 6:13 AM. All services require a transfer at Sheffield and take an average of 2h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 1m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Barnsley to Matlock? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Barnsley to Matlock. However, there are services departing from Barnsley station and arriving at Matlock station via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.
Barnsley to Matlock train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Barnsley station.
Barnsley to Matlock train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Matlock station.
Book your Barnsley to Matlock train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Barnsley and Matlock is 46.1 km. The road distance is 111 km.
You can take a train from Barnsley to Matlock via Sheffield and Derby in around 2h 22m.