The average train between Matlock and Rugby takes 2h 26m and the fastest train takes 1h 42m. There is a train service every few hours from Matlock to Rugby. 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 Rugby. 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 Rugby at 7:05 AM. All services require a transfer at Derby and take an average of 2h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Matlock to Rugby. However, there are services departing from Matlock station and arriving at Rugby station via Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.
Matlock to Rugby train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Matlock station.
Matlock to Rugby train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Rugby station.
Book your Matlock to Rugby train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Matlock and Rugby is 87.4 km. The road distance is 110 km.
You can take a train from Matlock to Rugby via Derby and Tamworth in around 2h 22m.