The average train between Matlock and Rochdale takes 4h 32m and the fastest train takes 3h 32m. There is a train service every few hours from Matlock to Rochdale. 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 Rochdale. 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 Rochdale at 9:13 AM. All services require a transfer at Derby and take an average of 4h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Matlock to Rochdale. However, there are services departing from Matlock station and arriving at Rochdale station via Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.
Matlock to Rochdale train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Matlock station.
Matlock to Rochdale train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Rochdale station.
Book your Matlock to Rochdale train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, Cross Country and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Matlock and Rochdale is 66.6 km. The road distance is 207 km.
You can take a train from Matlock to Rochdale via Derby and Leeds in around 3h 49m.