The average train between Swindon and Matlock takes 4h 53m and the fastest train takes 3h 28m. There is a train service every few hours from Swindon 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 Swindon and Matlock. The earliest departure is at 6:32 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Swindon is at 11:42 PM which arrives into Matlock at 9:23 AM. All services require a transfer at Cheltenham Spa and take an average of 4h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Swindon 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 Swindon to Matlock. However, there are services departing from Swindon station and arriving at Matlock station via Cheltenham Spa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.
Swindon to Matlock train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.
Swindon to Matlock train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Derby station.
Book your Swindon to Matlock train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Cross Country and East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Swindon and Matlock is 176.3 km. The road distance is 236 km.
You can take a train from Swindon to Matlock via Cheltenham Spa and Derby in around 4h 15m.