The average train between Kettering and Matlock takes 2h 33m and the fastest train takes 1h 44m. There is a train service every few hours from Kettering 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 Kettering and Matlock. The earliest departure is at 12:18 AM at night, and the last departure from Kettering is at 11:34 PM which arrives into Matlock at 6:13 AM. All services require a transfer at Leicester and take an average of 2h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Kettering 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 Kettering to Matlock. However, there are services departing from Kettering station and arriving at Matlock station via Leicester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.
Kettering to Matlock train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Kettering station.
Kettering to Matlock train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Matlock station.
Book your Kettering to Matlock train tickets online with East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Kettering and Matlock is 99.3 km. The road distance is 118 km.
You can take a train from Kettering to Matlock via Leicester and Derby in around 2h 30m.