The average train between Ludlow and Matlock takes 4h 54m 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 11:47 PM which arrives into Matlock at 11:30 AM. All services require a transfer at Shrewsbury and take an average of 4h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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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. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.
Ludlow to Matlock train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Ludlow station.
Ludlow to Matlock train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Matlock station.
Book your Ludlow to Matlock train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Ludlow and Matlock is 116 km. The road distance is 205 km.
You can take a train from Ludlow to Matlock via Shrewsbury, Birmingham New Street, and Derby in around 3h 52m.