What is the cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Matlock Bath?

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Matlock Bath is to train and bus which costs £26 - £40 and takes 5h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carlisle to Matlock Bath?

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Matlock Bath is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Matlock Bath?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle to Matlock Bath. However, there are services departing from Halston Hotel and arriving at Fishpond Hotel via Meadowhall Interchange/B1 and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Matlock Bath?

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Matlock Bath. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Matlock Bath via Crewe and Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Matlock Bath?

The distance between Carlisle and Matlock Bath is 208 miles. The road distance is 165 miles.

How do I travel from Carlisle to Matlock Bath without a car?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Matlock Bath without a car is to train which takes 4h 56m and costs £35 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Carlisle to Matlock Bath?

It takes approximately 4h 56m to get from Carlisle to Matlock Bath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Matlock Bath bus from?

Carlisle to Matlock Bath bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Halston Hotel station.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Matlock Bath train from?

Carlisle to Matlock Bath train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Carlisle station.

Train or bus from Carlisle to Matlock Bath?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Matlock Bath is to train which takes 4h 56m and costs £35 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £50 and takes 6h 24m.

Where does the Carlisle to Matlock Bath bus arrive?

Carlisle to Matlock Bath bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Meadowhall Interchange/B1 station.

Where does the Carlisle to Matlock Bath train arrive?

Carlisle to Matlock Bath train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Matlock Bath?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Matlock Bath is 165 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Carlisle to Matlock Bath.

How do I get a train ticket from Carlisle to Matlock Bath?

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Where can I stay near Matlock Bath?

There are 1859+ hotels available in Matlock Bath.

Carlisle to Matlock Bath - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Carlisle to Matlock Bath by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to CreweGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to DerbyCrewe - Lincoln Central / ...
4h 56m
£36–104
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Meadowhall Interchange/B1Ukn31
2. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Bus StationUk002
6h 24m
£24–46
Drive 164 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Matlock Bath164 mi
3h 5m
£41–60
Train, bus via Manchester
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Buxton
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Bakewell Road Bus StationTp
5h 17m
£38–109
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Carlisle to SheffieldCarlisle - Nottingham
2. Take the bus from Sheffield Interchange/D4 to Bakewell Road Bus StationX17
5h 57m
£27–39

Carlisle to Matlock Bath by train

104Weekly Trains

4h 56mAverage Duration

£36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 206.5 mi
Duration: 4h 56m

What companies run services between Carlisle, England and Matlock Bath, England?

You can take a train from Carlisle to Matlock Bath via Crewe and Derby in around 4h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Halston Hotel to Fishpond Hotel via Meadowhall Interchange/B1 and Bus Station in around 6h 24m.

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