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Cromford Mills
Arkwright's historic cotton mill now interpreted with exhibitions on early industry, innovation and workers' lives.
Trains from Oxford to Matlock run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $41 (€35) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:18, the last at 19:41. The fastest train covers the 96 miles (155 km) distance in 2h 17m.
Distance 96 miles (155 km) |
Average train duration 2h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $41 (€35) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 17m |
First train 6:18 AM |
Last train 7:41 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
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Arkwright's historic cotton mill now interpreted with exhibitions on early industry, innovation and workers' lives.
Specialist museum of vintage trams, buses and transport history, popular for rides and restored historic vehicles.
Excellent local museum in Matlock Bath covering Peak District geology, mining and village history in the old station.
Popular hilltop viewpoint above Matlock Bath with dramatic limestone scenery and superb views over the Derwent Valley.
Traffic-free trail on a former railway line offering tunnels, viaduct views and one of the area's best easy walks.
Clifftop estate gardens and woodland walks with fine viewpoints, sculptures and one of Matlock's signature panoramas.
A Derbyshire staple of minced pork, herbs and spices, traditionally cured and sliced cold. It is a classic county delicacy found in local butchers and pubs.
A rich blue cheese made in Derbyshire from cow's milk. Its creamy texture and local heritage make it one of the county's best-known foods.
A soft oatcake from nearby Derbyshire and the Peak District, cooked on a griddle and served with savory fillings. It reflects older regional bread traditions.
Popular cafe in Matlock Bath serving coffee, breakfasts, cakes and light lunches, with a friendly casual atmosphere for day visitors.
Historic Matlock Bath fish and chip shop known for classic fried seafood and a lively traditional atmosphere near the river.
Well-regarded hotel restaurant in Matlock focused on British dishes and afternoon tea in an elegant country house setting.
Moderate for a UK market town; stays and dining are usually lower than big cities, while rail and tourist-site costs can add up.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service if not already added. Round up taxi fares; cafes usually just small change.
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Most Oxford to Matlock trains use the Oxford to Matlock station pair. Use this guide to compare Oxford and Matlock train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Oxford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Oxford.
Wi-Fi is available at Oxford. ATMs are available at Oxford.
Ticket office support is available at Oxford.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Oxford: Parking, WC.
Available at Oxford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oxford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and an overbridge to access platform 4. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please request staff assistance or call our free help line for, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Situated by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Matlock has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Matlock.
Available at Matlock: Parking.
Available at Matlock: Bike Parking.
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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