The average train between Basingstoke and Matlock takes 4h 3m and the fastest train takes 3h 32m. There is a train service every few hours from Basingstoke 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 hourly between Basingstoke and Matlock. The earliest departure is at 5:49 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Basingstoke is at 8:49 PM which arrives into Matlock at 6:13 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 4h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Basingstoke to Matlock? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Matlock. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke station and arriving at Matlock station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.
Basingstoke to Matlock train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Basingstoke station.
Basingstoke to Matlock train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Derby station.
Book your Basingstoke to Matlock train tickets online with Cross Country and East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Basingstoke and Matlock is 210.9 km. The road distance is 276 km.
You can take a train from Basingstoke to Matlock via Birmingham New Street and Derby in around 4h 14m.