The average train between Southampton and Matlock takes 4h 45m and the fastest train takes 4h 7m. There is a train service every few hours from Southampton 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 Southampton and Matlock. The earliest departure is at 5:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Southampton is at 8:15 PM which arrives into Matlock at 6:13 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 4h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Southampton 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 Southampton to Matlock. However, there are services departing from Southampton station and arriving at Matlock station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.
Southampton to Matlock train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Southampton Central station.
Southampton to Matlock train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Derby station.
Book your Southampton to Matlock train tickets online with Cross Country and East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Southampton and Matlock is 248.6 km. The road distance is 326 km.
You can take a train from Southampton Central to Matlock via Birmingham New Street and Derby in around 4h 49m.