The average train between Matlock and Thetford takes 4h 25m and the fastest train takes 3h 25m. There is a train service every few hours from Matlock to Thetford. 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 Thetford. 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 Thetford at 7:30 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

4h 2m • 1 change

4h 2m • 1 change

4h 2m • 1 change

4h 2m • 1 change

3h 25m • 1 change

4h 2m • 1 change

4h 2m • 1 change

4h 2m • 1 change

4h 34m • 1 change

4h 11m • 1 change

4h 2m • 1 change

4h 2m • 1 change

3h 27m • 1 change

4h 2m • 1 change

4h 2m • 1 change

4h 2m • 1 change

3h 27m • 1 change

4h 2m • 1 change

4h 2m • 1 change

4h 2m • 1 change
Want to know about travelling from Matlock to Thetford? 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 Thetford. However, there are services departing from Matlock station and arriving at Thetford station via Nottingham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.
Matlock to Thetford train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Matlock station.
Matlock to Thetford train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Thetford station.
Book your Matlock to Thetford train tickets online with East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Matlock and Thetford is 174.5 km. The road distance is 222 km.
You can take a train from Matlock to Thetford via Nottingham in around 4h 4m.