The average train between Matlock and Edinburgh takes 6h 15m and the fastest train takes 5h 12m. There is a train service every few hours from Matlock to Edinburgh. 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 Matlock and Edinburgh. The earliest departure is at 6:18 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Matlock is at 11:20 PM which arrives into Edinburgh at 11:08 AM. All services require a transfer at Derby and take an average of 6h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Matlock to Edinburgh? 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 Matlock to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Matlock station and arriving at Edinburgh station via York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.
Matlock to Edinburgh train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Derby station.
Matlock to Edinburgh train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.
Book your Matlock to Edinburgh train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, Cross Country and London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER).
The distance between Matlock and Edinburgh is 330.4 km. The road distance is 493 km.
You can take a train from Matlock to Edinburgh Waverley via Derby and York in around 4h 57m.