The average train between Congleton and Matlock takes 2h 39m and the fastest train takes 1h 57m. There is a train service every few hours from Congleton 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 Congleton and Matlock. The earliest departure is at 6:23 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Congleton is at 9:24 PM which arrives into Matlock at 6:13 AM. All services require a transfer at Kidsgrove and take an average of 2h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Congleton 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 Congleton to Matlock. However, there are services departing from Congleton station and arriving at Matlock station via Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.
Congleton to Matlock train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Kidsgrove station.
Congleton to Matlock train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Matlock station.
Book your Congleton to Matlock train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Congleton and Matlock is 44 km. The road distance is 104 km.
You can take a train from Congleton to Matlock via Kidsgrove and Derby in around 3h 10m.