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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Matlock is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Matlock is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Matlock?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Matlock. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Causeway Lane via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Matlock?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Matlock. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Matlock via Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.

How far is it from Reading to Matlock?

The distance between Reading and Matlock is 150 miles. The road distance is 146.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Matlock without a car is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs £75 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 17m to get from Reading to Matlock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Matlock bus from?

Reading to Matlock bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Matlock train from?

Reading to Matlock train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Matlock?

The best way to get from Reading to Matlock is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs £75 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £95 and takes 6h 6m.

Where does the Reading to Matlock bus arrive?

Reading to Matlock bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Reading to Matlock train arrive?

Reading to Matlock train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Derby station.

Can I drive from Reading to Matlock?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Matlock is 146 miles. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Reading to Matlock.

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

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Where can I stay near Matlock?

There are 1824+ hotels available in Matlock.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Reading 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 Reading to DerbyReading - Newcastle / ...
3h 17m
£76–154
Drive 145.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Matlock145.4 mi
2h 41m
£37–53
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach StationUkn02
6h 6m
£46–93
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New StreetBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to DerbyBirmingham New Street - Nottingham / ...
3h 38m
£52–148

Reading to Matlock by train

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3h 17mAverage Duration

£76Cheapest Price

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Distance: 148.6 mi
Duration: 3h 17m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Reading to Derby every 4 hours. Tickets cost £65–150 and the journey takes 2h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Causeway Lane via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Coach Station in around 6h 6m.

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