The average train between Retford and Matlock takes 2h 55m and the fastest train takes 2h 5m. There is a train service every few hours from Retford 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 Retford and Matlock. The earliest departure is at 7:59 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Retford is at 11:20 PM which arrives into Matlock at 6:13 AM. All services require a transfer at Sheffield and take an average of 2h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Retford 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 Retford to Matlock. However, there are services departing from Retford station and arriving at Matlock station via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.
Retford to Matlock train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Retford station.
Retford to Matlock train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Matlock station.
Book your Retford to Matlock train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Retford and Matlock is 45.6 km. The road distance is 123 km.
You can take a train from Retford to Matlock via Sheffield and Derby in around 2h 37m.