The average train between Chelmsford and Matlock takes 3h 54m and the fastest train takes 2h 56m. There is a train service every few hours from Chelmsford 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 Chelmsford and Matlock. The earliest departure is at 5:56 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chelmsford is at 11:23 PM which arrives into Matlock at 8:23 AM. All services require a transfer at London Liverpool Street and take an average of 3h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Chelmsford 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.
No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Matlock. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford station and arriving at Matlock station via London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.
Chelmsford to Matlock train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Chelmsford station.
Chelmsford to Matlock train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Matlock station.
Book your Chelmsford to Matlock train tickets online with Greater Anglia, London Underground (Tube) and East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Chelmsford and Matlock is 207.6 km. The road distance is 284 km.
You can take a train from Chelmsford to Matlock via London Liverpool Street, Liverpool Street station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, and Derby in around 3h 59m.