The average train between Penrith and Matlock takes 5h 22m and the fastest train takes 4h 18m. There is a train service every few hours from Penrith to Matlock. 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 Penrith and Matlock. The earliest departure is at 6:44 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Penrith is at 9:48 PM which arrives into Matlock at 10:23 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Oxford Road and take an average of 5h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Penrith to Matlock? 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 Penrith to Matlock. However, there are services departing from Penrith station and arriving at Matlock station via Manchester Oxford Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 22m.
Penrith to Matlock train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Penrith North Lakes station.
Penrith to Matlock train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Derby station.
Book your Penrith to Matlock train tickets online with TransPennine Express and East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Penrith and Matlock is 187.3 km. The road distance is 319 km.
You can take a train from Penrith North Lakes to Matlock via Manchester Oxford Road, Sheffield, and Derby in around 4h 49m.