The average train between Bedford and Matlock Bath takes 3h 3m and the fastest train takes 2h 7m. There is a train service every few hours from Bedford to Matlock Bath. 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 Bedford and Matlock Bath. The earliest departure is at 1:04 AM at night, and the last departure from Bedford is at 11:43 PM which arrives into Matlock Bath at 6:09 AM. All services require a transfer at Kettering and take an average of 3h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Bedford to Matlock Bath? 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 Bedford to Matlock Bath. However, there are services departing from Bedford station and arriving at Matlock Bath station via Leicester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.
Bedford to Matlock Bath train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Kettering station.
Bedford to Matlock Bath train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Matlock Bath station.
Book your Bedford to Matlock Bath train tickets online with East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Bedford and Matlock Bath is 132.2 km. The road distance is 151 km.
You can take a train from Bedford to Matlock Bath via Kettering, Leicester, and Derby in around 3h 6m.