The average train between Dover and Matlock takes 4h 11m and the fastest train takes 3h 19m. There is a train service every few hours from Dover 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 Dover and Matlock. The earliest departure is at 5:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dover is at 10:48 PM which arrives into Matlock at 8:23 AM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras Intl and take an average of 4h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Dover 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 Dover to Matlock. However, there are services departing from Dover station and arriving at Matlock station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.
Dover to Matlock train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Dover Priory station.
Dover to Matlock train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Derby station.
Book your Dover to Matlock train tickets online with Southeastern and East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Dover and Matlock is 297.1 km. The road distance is 356 km.
You can take a train from Dover Priory to Matlock via London St Pancras Intl and Derby in around 4h 20m.