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 £27 - £50 and takes 6h 27m.

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 16m 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 Olde Englishe Road via Black Boy PH, London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 27m.

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 29m.

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 29m and costs £60 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 29m 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 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) 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 29m and costs £60 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £50 and takes 6h 27m.

Where does the Watford to Matlock bus arrive?

Watford to Matlock bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Derby Bus 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 16m 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 - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 321 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Watford to Matlock by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Watford Junction to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Derbytrain
3. Take the train from Derby to Matlocktrain
3h 29m
£61–126
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) to Derby Bus Stationbus Uk014 / ...
6h 27m
£28–46
Drive 130.5 mi
1. Drive from Watford to Matlockcar 130.5 mi
2h 16m
£32–46
Line 321 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Market Street to Luton Station Interchangebus 321
2. Take the train from Luton to Ketteringtrain
3. Take the train from Kettering to Nottinghamtrain
4. Take the train from Nottingham to Matlocktrain
5h 43m
£67–108
Line 321 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Market Street to Luton Station Interchangebus 321
2. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Bus Stationbus 230
6h 48m
£28–65

Watford to Matlock by train

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Distance: 153 mi
Duration: 3h 29m

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 29m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) to Derby Bus Station every 3 hours. Tickets cost £15–26 and the journey takes 3h 20m.

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