The average train between Kendal and Matlock takes 5h 41m and the fastest train takes 4h. The train service runs several times per day from Kendal 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 every 4 hours between Kendal and Matlock. The earliest departure is at 6:56 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kendal is at 8:55 PM which arrives into Matlock at 8:23 AM. All services require a transfer at Oxenholme Lake District and take an average of 5h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Kendal 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 Kendal to Matlock. However, there are services departing from Kendal station and arriving at Matlock station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.
Kendal to Matlock train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Oxenholme Lake District station.
Kendal to Matlock train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Derby station.
Book your Kendal to Matlock train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Kendal and Matlock is 153.8 km. The road distance is 258 km.
You can take a train from Kendal to Matlock via Oxenholme Lake District, Crewe, and Derby in around 5h 39m.