The average train between Exeter and Matlock Bath takes 4h 9m and the fastest train takes 3h 51m. There is a train service every few hours from Exeter 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.
Trains run every 2 hours between Exeter and Matlock Bath. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Exeter is at 6:27 PM which arrives into Matlock Bath at 11:11 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Matlock Bath. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Matlock Bath station via Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.
Exeter to Matlock Bath train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Matlock Bath train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Derby station.
Book your Exeter to Matlock Bath train tickets online with Cross Country and East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Exeter and Matlock Bath is 298.7 km. The road distance is 353 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Exeter St Davids to Derby hourly. Tickets cost £100–160 and the journey takes 3h 10m.