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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Matlock Bath is to bus which costs £12 - £27 and takes 4h 58m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Matlock Bath?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Matlock Bath. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Fishpond Hotel via Birmingham and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Matlock Bath?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Matlock Bath. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Matlock Bath via Crewe and Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.

How far is it from Chester to Matlock Bath?

The distance between Chester and Matlock Bath is 88 miles. The road distance is 66.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Matlock Bath without a car is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs £21 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 3h 22m to get from Chester to Matlock Bath, including transfers.

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

Chester to Matlock Bath bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Chester Bus Interchange station.

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

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

Train or bus from Chester to Matlock Bath?

The best way to get from Chester to Matlock Bath is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs £21 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £27 and takes 4h 58m.

Where does the Chester to Matlock Bath bus arrive?

Chester to Matlock Bath bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newhall St station.

Where does the Chester to Matlock Bath train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chester to Matlock Bath?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Matlock Bath?

There are 1859+ hotels available in Matlock Bath.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Chester to Matlock Bath 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 Matlock BathDerby - Matlock / ...
3h 22m
£22–43
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Newhall StUkn21 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham to DerbyMichalovce
4h 58m
£13–27
Drive 66.5 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Matlock Bath66.5 mi
1h 38m
£17–24
Train, bus
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 29m
£17–45

Chester to Matlock Bath by train

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3h 22mAverage Duration

£22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 87.2 mi
Duration: 3h 22m

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

You can take a train from Chester to Matlock Bath via Crewe and Derby in around 3h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Fishpond Hotel via Newhall St, Birmingham, Derby, and Bus Station in around 4h 58m.

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