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Trip Overview

The average train between Cardiff and Matlock Bath takes 4h 7m and the fastest train takes 3h 23m. There is a train service every few hours from Cardiff 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.

4h 7m
Duration
165 mi
Distance
£86
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Cardiff to Matlock Bath train times

Trains run hourly between Cardiff and Matlock Bath. The earliest departure is at 6:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 8:00 PM which arrives into Matlock Bath at 9:00 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways13h • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways3h 48m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways3h 48m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways3h 48m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways3h 41m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways3h 39m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways3h 34m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways3h 34m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways3h 34m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways3h 39m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways3h 34m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways3h 34m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways3h 34m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways3h 39m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways3h 34m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways3h 34m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways3h 34m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways3h 39m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways3h 34m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways3h 34m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways3h 34m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways3h 39m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways3h 34m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways3h 34m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways3h 34m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways3h 39m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways3h 34m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways3h 34m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryEast Midlands Railways3h 34m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Cardiff to Matlock Bath? 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 Bath.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 164.5 mi
  • Duration: 4h 7m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Matlock Bath, 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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