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 - £35 and takes 5h 59m.

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 Town Hall and arriving at Olde Englishe Road via London Heathrow Airport and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 59m.

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 Milton Keynes Central, Tamworth High Level and Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.

How far is it from Watford to Matlock?

The distance between Watford and Matlock is 134 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 34m and costs £40 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 34m 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 Heathrow Airport 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 34m and costs £40 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £35 and takes 5h 59m.

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 Milton Keynes Central 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?

There are 1990+ hotels available in Matlock.

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 Milton Keynes Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Milton Keynes Central to Tamworthtrain
3. Take the train from Tamworth High Level to Derbytrain
4. Take the train from Derby to Matlocktrain
3h 34m
£44–102
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Derby Bus Stationbus Ukn02
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Olde Englishe Roadbus 6.1
5h 59m
£22–34
Drive 130.5 mi
1. Drive from Watford to Matlockcar 130.5 mi
2h 16m
£33–47
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 41m
£58–86
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
7h 29m
£25–41

Watford to Matlock by train

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3h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 133.1 mi
Duration: 3h 34m

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

You can take a train from Watford Junction to Matlock via Milton Keynes Central, Tamworth High Level, and Derby in around 3h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Town Hall to Olde Englishe Road via Heathrow Terminal 2, London Heathrow Airport, and Bus Station in around 5h 59m.

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