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

The cheapest way to get from Watford to Matlock is to bus which costs £21 - £45 and takes 6h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Watford to Matlock is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Watford and Matlock?

No, there is no direct bus from Watford to Matlock. However, there are services departing from Clarendon Road and arriving at Causeway Lane via Black Boy PH, Finchley Road / O2 Centre and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Watford and Matlock?

No, there is no direct train from Watford to Matlock. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction and arriving at Matlock via Birmingham New Street and Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

How far is it from Watford to Matlock?

The distance between Watford and Matlock is 154 miles. The road distance is 131.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Watford to Matlock without a car is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs £26 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Watford to Matlock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watford to Matlock bus from?

Watford to Matlock bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Finchley Road / O2 Centre station.

Where do I catch the Watford to Matlock train from?

Watford to Matlock train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Watford Junction station.

Train or bus from Watford to Matlock?

The best way to get from Watford to Matlock is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs £26 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £45 and takes 6h 6m.

Where does the Watford to Matlock bus arrive?

Watford to Matlock bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Coach Station.

Where does the Watford to Matlock train arrive?

Watford to Matlock train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Watford to Matlock?

Yes, the driving distance between Watford to Matlock is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Watford to Matlock.

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

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Where can I stay near Matlock?

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Watford to Matlock - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 321 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Watford 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 Watford Junction to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Derby
3. Take the train from Derby to Matlock
3h 26m
£27–133
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Coach StationUk003
6h 6m
£21–44
Drive 130.5 mi
1. Drive from Watford to Matlock130.5 mi
2h 14m
£32–46
Line 321 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Market Street to Luton Station Interchange321
2. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Bus Station230
7h 7m
£29–59

Watford to Matlock by train

122Weekly Trains

3h 26mAverage Duration

£27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 153 mi
Duration: 3h 26m

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

You can take a train from Watford Junction to Matlock via Birmingham New Street and Derby in around 3h 26m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Coach Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost £10–26 and the journey takes 3h.

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