The average train between Rugby and Matlock takes 2h 21m and the fastest train takes 1h 34m. The train service runs several times per day from Rugby 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 every 2 hours between Rugby and Matlock. The earliest departure is at 5:43 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rugby is at 10:42 PM which arrives into Matlock at 6:13 AM. All services require a transfer at Tamworth High Level and take an average of 2h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Rugby to Matlock. However, there are services departing from Rugby station and arriving at Matlock station via Tamworth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 21m.
Rugby to Matlock train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Rugby station.
Rugby to Matlock train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Matlock station.
Book your Rugby to Matlock train tickets online with West Midlands Trains, Cross Country and East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Rugby and Matlock is 87.4 km. The road distance is 110 km.
You can take a train from Rugby to Matlock via Tamworth High Level and Derby in around 2h 23m.