The average train between Cambridge and Matlock takes 3h 40m and the fastest train takes 3h 7m. There is a train service every few hours from Cambridge 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 Cambridge and Matlock. The earliest departure is at 5:58 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cambridge is at 9:00 PM which arrives into Matlock at 6:13 AM. All services require a transfer at Leicester and take an average of 3h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Cambridge to Matlock. However, there are services departing from Cambridge station and arriving at Matlock station via Leicester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.
Cambridge to Matlock train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cambridge station.
Cambridge to Matlock train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Matlock station.
Book your Cambridge to Matlock train tickets online with Cross Country and East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Cambridge and Matlock is 153.5 km. The road distance is 230 km.
You can take a train from Cambridge to Matlock via Leicester and Derby in around 3h 56m.