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

The cheapest way to get from Croydon to Matlock is to bus which costs £21 - £75 and takes 5h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Croydon to Matlock is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Croydon and Matlock?

No, there is no direct train from Croydon to Matlock. However, there are services departing from East Croydon and arriving at Matlock via London St Pancras Intl and Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.

How far is it from Croydon to Matlock?

The distance between Croydon and Matlock is 159 miles. The road distance is 158 miles.

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

The best way to get from Croydon to Matlock without a car is to train which takes 3h 32m and costs £40 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 32m to get from Croydon to Matlock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Croydon to Matlock train from?

Croydon to Matlock train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from London St Pancras Intl station.

Train or bus from Croydon to Matlock?

The best way to get from Croydon to Matlock is to train which takes 3h 32m and costs £40 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £75 and takes 5h 11m.

Where does the Croydon to Matlock train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Croydon to Matlock?

Yes, the driving distance between Croydon to Matlock is 158 miles. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Croydon to Matlock.

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

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Where can I stay near Matlock?

There are 1820+ hotels available in Matlock.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to DerbyLondon St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Derby to MatlockNottingham - Matlock / ...
3h 32m
£44–171
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Coach Station560 / ...
5h 11m
£21–71
Drive 157.1 mi
1. Drive from Croydon to Matlock157.1 mi
2h 59m
£40–57
Train, bus
1. Take the train from East Croydon to LutonBrighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Bus Station230
6h 15m
£41–96

Croydon to Matlock by train

159Weekly Trains

3h 32mAverage Duration

£44Cheapest Price

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Distance: 157.9 mi
Duration: 3h 32m

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

You can take a train from East Croydon to Matlock via London St Pancras Intl and Derby in around 3h 32m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to Coach Station every 3 hours. Tickets cost £9–50 and the journey takes 3h 30m. FlixBus also services this route hourly.

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