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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Matlock is to bus and line 38 bus which costs £11 - £13 and takes 6h 1m.

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 39m 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 1m.

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 37m.

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 37m and costs £40 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 3h 37m 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 37m and costs £40 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus and line 38 bus, which costs £11 - £13 and takes 6h 1m.

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 39m 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?

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

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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 Derbytrain Crewe - Lincoln Central / ...
2. Take the train from Derby to Matlocktrain Lincoln Central - Matlock / ...
3h 37m
£41–67
Bus, line 38 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Foregate Street Stop DD to Bus Stationbus 84
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 38
3. Take the bus from Market Place to Bakewell Road Bus Stationbus Tp
6h 1m
£11–12
Train, bus via Manchester
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Market Placebus 199
3. Take the bus from Market Place to Bakewell Road Bus Stationbus Tp
4h 50m
£32–45
Drive 66.2 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Matlockcar 66.2 mi
1h 39m
£17–24
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chester to Stockporttrain
2. Take the train from Stockport to Buxtontrain
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Bakewell Road Bus Stationbus Tp
4h 19m
£29–46

Chester to Matlock by train

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Distance: 88.3 mi
Duration: 3h 37m

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 37m. 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 1m.

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