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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Matlock is to drive which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Matlock is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Matlock?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Matlock station. However, there are services departing from Foregate Street Stop DD and arriving at Bakewell Road Bus Station via Bus Station, Bus Station and Market Place. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Matlock?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Matlock. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Matlock via Crewe and Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

How far is it from Chester to Matlock?

The distance between Chester and Matlock is 89 miles. The road distance is 66.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Matlock without a car is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs £21 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Chester to Matlock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Matlock bus from?

Chester to Matlock bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, depart from Foregate Street Stop DD station.

Where do I catch the Chester to Matlock train from?

Chester to Matlock train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Crewe station.

Train or bus from Chester to Matlock?

The best way to get from Chester to Matlock is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs £21 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus and line 38 bus, which costs and takes 6h 4m.

Where does the Chester to Matlock bus arrive?

Chester to Matlock bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Chester to Matlock train arrive?

Chester to Matlock train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Derby station.

Can I drive from Chester to Matlock?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Matlock is 67 miles. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Chester to Matlock.

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

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Where can I stay near Matlock?

There are 1805+ hotels available in Matlock.

Chester to Matlock - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 38 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Crewe to DerbyCrewe - Lincoln Central / ...
2. Take the train from Derby to MatlockNottingham - Matlock / ...
3h 27m
£22–43
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chester to Stockport
2. Take the train from Stockport to Buxton
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Bakewell Road Bus StationTp
4h 21m
£13–38
Train, bus via Manchester
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Airport
2. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Market Place199
3. Take the bus from Market Place to Bakewell Road Bus StationTp
4h 54m
£24–39
Drive 66.2 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Matlock66.2 mi
1h 38m
£17–24
Bus, line 38 bus
1. Take the bus from Foregate Street Stop DD to Bus Station84
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station38
3. Take the bus from Market Place to Bakewell Road Bus StationTp
6h 4m

Chester to Matlock by train

104Weekly Trains

3h 27mAverage Duration

£22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 88.3 mi
Duration: 3h 27m

What companies run services between Chester, England and Matlock, England?

You can take a train from Chester to Matlock via Crewe and Derby in around 3h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Foregate Street Stop DD to Bakewell Road Bus Station via Bus Station, Bus Station, and Market Place in around 6h 4m.

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