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Trip Overview

The average train between Preston and Matlock Bath takes 3h 35m and the fastest train takes 3h. There is a train service every few hours from Preston to Matlock Bath. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 35m
Duration
117 mi
Distance
£51
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Preston to Matlock Bath train times

Trains run hourly between Preston and Matlock Bath. The earliest departure is at 4:15 AM at night, and the last departure from Preston is at 8:05 PM which arrives into Matlock Bath at 6:09 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 3h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways10h 8m • 2 changes

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperEast Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways4h 4m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways3h 19m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways3h • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways3h 2m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperEast Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways4h 4m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways3h 19m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways3h • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways3h 2m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperEast Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways4h 4m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways3h 19m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways3h • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways3h 2m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperEast Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways4h 4m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways3h 1m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways3h 1m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways3h 2m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways3h 15m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways3h 15m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways3h 15m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways3h 15m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperEast Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways3h 57m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways3h 19m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways3h • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways3h 2m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Preston to Matlock Bath? 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.

Map of how to get from Preston to Matlock Bath.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 117 mi
  • Duration: 3h 35m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Matlock Bath, England?

You can take a train from Preston to Matlock Bath via Crewe and Derby in around 3h 57m.

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