The cheapest and fastest trains from Nottingham to Matlock
Cheapest price
$9
Average price
$12
Fastest journey
1 h 6 m
Average duration
1 h 6 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
34 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nottingham to Matlock is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nottingham to Matlock will cost around $12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.
Of the 5 trains that leave Nottingham for Matlock on Sat, Jun 20, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 34 km distance in an average of 1 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 6 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 1 h 6 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.
1:17 PM1h06Nottingham2:23 PMMatlock$91One-way0 transfers
12:17 PM1h06Nottingham1:23 PMMatlock$101One-way0 transfers
8:17 PM1h06Nottingham9:23 PMMatlock$101One-way0 transfers
8:17 AM1h06Nottingham9:23 AMMatlock$111One-way0 transfers
11:17 AM1h06Nottingham12:23 PMMatlock$181One-way0 transfers
1:17 PM1h06Nottingham2:23 PMMatlock$91One-way0 transfers
11:17 AM1h06Nottingham12:23 PMMatlock$181One-way0 transfers
8:17 PM1h06Nottingham9:23 PMMatlock$101One-way0 transfers
8:17 AM1h06Nottingham9:23 AMMatlock$111One-way0 transfers
12:17 PM1h06Nottingham1:23 PMMatlock$101One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Nottingham to Matlock
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Matlock among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $9.
Distance: 21 miles (34 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$12 Average price | $6 Average price Cheapest | $10 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 14m Average total duration 1h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Nottingham to Matlock:
A bus is $6 (€5) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nottingham to Matlock costing on average $12 (€9).
Other travel options to Matlock take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 44m.
Tickets start at around $12 (€9) compared to roughly $10 (€8) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-1.61 (€-1.32). The journey takes 1h 7m versus 50m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Nottingham to Matlock train times
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Matlock trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C21606 | On time 12:17 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h06 | 1:23 PM Matlock station (MAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21800 | On time 1:17 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h06 | 2:23 PM Matlock station (MAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
![]() | 8:17 AM Nottingham | 1h06 | 9:23 AM Matlock | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nottingham to Matlock
Trains from Nottingham to Matlock run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:42, the last at 23:20. The fastest train covers the 21 miles (34 km) distance in 1h 6m.
Distance 21 miles (34 km) |
Average train duration 1h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 6m |
First train 5:42 AM |
Last train 11:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains from Nottingham to Matlock trainsEast Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Nottingham 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 Nottingham to Matlock
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham 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 Nottingham to Matlock
Most Nottingham to Matlock trains use the Nottingham to Matlock station pair. Use this guide to compare Nottingham and Matlock train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Nottingham station do trains to Matlock leave from?
Getting to Nottingham from Nottingham city centre
Nottingham train station facilities and services
Nottingham has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Nottingham.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Nottingham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nottingham. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nottingham: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Nottingham: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nottingham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a category A access station. There are lifts available to all platforms and there is level and ramp access to the concourse and ticket office/machines. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: none, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster at 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.
Which Matlock station do trains from Nottingham arrive at?
Getting to Matlock from Matlock city centre
Matlock train station facilities and services
Matlock has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Matlock.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Matlock: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Matlock: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Matlock: 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.
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