What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Matlock?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Matlock is to bus and train which costs £20 - £65 and takes 5h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Matlock?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Matlock is to drive which takes 3h 7m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Matlock?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Matlock. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Olde Englishe Road via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Matlock?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Matlock. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Matlock via Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Cardiff to Matlock?

The distance between Cardiff and Matlock is 167 miles. The road distance is 162.9 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Matlock without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Matlock without a car is to train which takes 4h and costs £50 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Matlock?

It takes approximately 4h to get from Cardiff to Matlock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Matlock bus from?

Cardiff to Matlock bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Matlock train from?

Cardiff to Matlock train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Matlock?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Matlock is to train which takes 4h and costs £50 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £75 and takes 6h 1m.

Where does the Cardiff to Matlock bus arrive?

Cardiff to Matlock bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Matlock train arrive?

Cardiff to Matlock train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Derby station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Matlock?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Matlock is 163 miles. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from Cardiff to Matlock.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Matlock?

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Where can I stay near Matlock?

There are 1758+ hotels available in Matlock.

Cardiff to Matlock - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Matlock by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Derbytrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
4h
£55–114
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Newhall Stbus Uk078 / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Derbytrain Birmingham New Street - Nottingham / ...
5h 47m
£21–64
Drive 161.9 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Matlockcar 161.9 mi
3h 7m
£40–57
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 134 / ...
6h 1m
£26–73

Cardiff to Matlock by train

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Distance: 165.6 mi
Duration: 4h

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Matlock, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Cardiff Central to Derby hourly. Tickets cost £45–110 and the journey takes 2h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Olde Englishe Road via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station in around 6h 1m.

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