The average train between Bristol and Matlock takes 3h 10m and the fastest train takes 2h 48m. There is a train service every few hours from Bristol 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 Bristol and Matlock. The earliest departure is at 6:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bristol is at 7:33 PM which arrives into Matlock at 11:15 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Matlock. However, there are services departing from Bristol station and arriving at Matlock station via Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.
Bristol to Matlock train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bristol to Matlock train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Matlock station.
Book your Bristol to Matlock train tickets online with Cross Country and East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Bristol and Matlock is 200 km. The road distance is 234 km.
You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Matlock via Derby in around 3h 20m.