The average train between Matlock and Prestonpans takes 6h 55m and the fastest train takes 5h 32m. There is a train service every few hours from Matlock to Prestonpans. 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 every 2 hours between Matlock and Prestonpans. The earliest departure is at 6:18 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Matlock is at 11:12 PM which arrives into Prestonpans at 2:48 PM. All services require a transfer at Derby and take an average of 6h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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No, there is no direct train from Matlock to Prestonpans. However, there are services departing from Matlock station and arriving at Prestonpans station via York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 55m.
Matlock to Prestonpans train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Derby station.
Matlock to Prestonpans train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.
Book your Matlock to Prestonpans train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Matlock and Prestonpans is 327 km. The road distance is 508 km.
You can take a train from Matlock to Prestonpans via Derby, York, and Edinburgh Waverley in around 5h 48m.