The cheapest and fastest trains from Derby to Matlock
Cheapest price
$13
Average price
$13
Fastest journey
32 m
Average duration
32 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
25 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Derby to Matlock is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Derby to Matlock will cost around $13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.
Of the 3 trains that leave Derby for Matlock on Tue, Dec 23, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 25 km distance in an average of 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 32 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 33 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.






Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Derby to Matlock
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Derby to Matlock among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €5.
Distance: 15 miles (25 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€10 Average price | €6 Average price Cheapest |
1h 2m Average total duration Fastest 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 36m Average total duration 1h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Derby to Matlock train times
The table below shows live departures for Derby to Matlock trains for today, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Y12468 | On time 8:49 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0h34 | 9:23 AM Matlock station (MAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y12470 | On time 9:49 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0h34 | 10:23 AM Matlock station (MAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y12472 | On time 10:49 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0h34 | 11:23 AM Matlock station (MAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y12475 | On time 11:49 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0h34 | 12:23 PM Matlock station (MAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, December 23 | |||||
![]() | 4:40 AM Derby | 0h32 | 5:12 AM Matlock | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Derby to Matlock
Trains from Derby to Matlock run on average 4 times per day, taking around 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:40, the last at 23:15. The fastest train covers the 15 miles (25 km) distance in 32m.
Distance 15 miles (25 km) |
Average train duration 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 32m |
First train 05:40 |
Last train 23:15 |
Train companies: East Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains from Derby to Matlock trainsEast Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Derby and Matlock from $6 (€5). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Derby to Matlock
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby to Matlock by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Matlock, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Derby to Matlock
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:55 - 22:45 Saturday 04:55 - 22:45 Sunday 06:20 - 23:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A step free station. This station has step free access. There are lifts to all platforms. There is a subway to platforms 2,3,4 and 5. Platforms 6 and 7 are accessed by lift only. This station has tactile paving at the edges of all platforms and at the foot and top of stairwells.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, Platform 2/3 and Platform 4/6. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1, Platform 2/3 and Platform 4/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from Customer Reception upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Located in North Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the rear of the station, at the Pride Park exit
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. This station has a degree of step free access to the platform which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check for details. Level ramped access to both platforms from level crossing. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on IUP.
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At theÿstation entrance, adjacent to the level crossing.
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to both platforms via ramps. These ramps have a very steep gradient. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edge of the platforms.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on IUP.
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the bus stopÿoutside the station entrance towards Derby or by the Showcase towards Stoke.
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B Level access to single platform. This station has tactile paving at the edge of the platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: New bus station interchange
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