The average train between Ludlow and Matlock takes 4h 52m and the fastest train takes 3h 19m. There is a train service every few hours from Ludlow 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 Ludlow and Matlock. The earliest departure is at 12:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Ludlow is at 11:59 PM which arrives into Matlock at 8:23 AM. All services require a transfer at Shrewsbury and take an average of 4h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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4h 2m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Ludlow 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 Ludlow to Matlock. However, there are services departing from Ludlow station and arriving at Matlock station via Shrewsbury station, Birmingham New Street station and Derby station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.
Ludlow to Matlock train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Ludlow station.
Ludlow to Matlock train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Matlock station.
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The distance between Ludlow and Matlock is 116 km. The road distance is 139 km.
You can take a train from Ludlow to Matlock via Shrewsbury, Birmingham New Street, and Derby in around 3h 51m.