The average train between Aberdeen and Matlock takes 9h 28m and the fastest train takes 8h 3m. The train service runs several times per day from Aberdeen to Matlock. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 3 hours between Aberdeen and Matlock. The earliest departure is at 5:57 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Aberdeen is at 9:35 PM which arrives into Matlock at 11:23 AM. All services require a transfer at Chesterfield and take an average of 9h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Aberdeen to Matlock. However, there are services departing from Aberdeen station and arriving at Matlock station via Chesterfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 28m.
Aberdeen to Matlock train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Aberdeen station.
Aberdeen to Matlock train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Chesterfield station.
Book your Aberdeen to Matlock train tickets online with ScotRail, Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Aberdeen and Matlock is 446.8 km. The road distance is 670 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Aberdeen to Chesterfield 6 times a week. Tickets cost £220–310 and the journey takes 6h 47m.