The average train between Bristol and Matlock Bath takes 3h 7m and the fastest train takes 2h 44m. There is a train service every few hours from Bristol to Matlock Bath. 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 Bath. The earliest departure is at 6:35 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bristol is at 8:34 PM which arrives into Matlock Bath at 9:00 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Matlock Bath. However, there are services departing from Bristol station and arriving at Matlock Bath station via Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.
Bristol to Matlock Bath train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bristol to Matlock Bath train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Derby station.
Book your Bristol to Matlock Bath train tickets online with Cross Country and East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Bristol and Matlock Bath is 198.1 km. The road distance is 232 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Derby hourly. Tickets cost £65–95 and the journey takes 2h 3m.