The average train between Preston and Matlock Bath takes 3h 39m 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.
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 10:41 PM which arrives into Matlock Bath at 8:19 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 3h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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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.
No, there is no direct train from Preston to Matlock Bath. However, there are services departing from Preston station and arriving at Matlock Bath station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.
Preston to Matlock Bath train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Matlock Bath train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Matlock Bath station.
Book your Preston to Matlock Bath train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railways and Caledonian Sleeper.
The distance between Preston and Matlock Bath is 104 km. The road distance is 188 km.
You can take a train from Preston to Matlock Bath via Crewe and Derby in around 3h 58m.