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Trip Overview

The average train between Cardiff and Matlock takes 4h 11m and the fastest train takes 3h 27m. There is a train service every few hours from Cardiff 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.

4h 11m
Duration
166 mi
Distance
£86
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Cardiff to Matlock train times

Trains run hourly between Cardiff and Matlock. The earliest departure is at 6:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 7:50 PM which arrives into Matlock at 6:13 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways3h 45m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways3h 43m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways3h 38m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways3h 38m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways3h 38m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways3h 43m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways3h 38m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways3h 38m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways3h 38m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways3h 43m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways3h 38m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways3h 38m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways3h 38m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways3h 43m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways3h 38m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways3h 38m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways3h 38m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways3h 43m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways3h 38m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways3h 38m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways3h 38m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways3h 43m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways3h 38m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways3h 38m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways3h 38m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Cardiff 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.

Map of how to get from Cardiff to Matlock.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 165.6 mi
  • Duration: 4h 11m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Matlock, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Cardiff Central to Derby hourly. Tickets cost £65–100 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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