The average train between Manchester and Matlock Bath takes 3h and the fastest train takes 2h 15m. There is a train service every few hours from Manchester 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 hourly between Manchester and Matlock Bath. The earliest departure is at 7:39 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manchester is at 11:16 PM which arrives into Matlock Bath at 6:09 AM. All services require a transfer at Sheffield and take an average of 3h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Manchester to Matlock Bath? 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 Manchester to Matlock Bath. However, there are services departing from Manchester station and arriving at Matlock Bath station via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.
Manchester to Matlock Bath train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Manchester Oxford Road station.
Manchester to Matlock Bath train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Matlock Bath station.
Book your Manchester to Matlock Bath train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, TransPennine Express and Cross Country.
The distance between Manchester and Matlock Bath is 60.2 km. The road distance is 152 km.
You can take a train from Manchester Oxford Road to Matlock Bath via Sheffield and Derby in around 2h 44m.