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The average train between Colchester and Matlock takes 4h 21m and the fastest train takes 3h 24m. There is a train service every few hours from Colchester 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.

4h 21m
Duration
198 mi
Distance
£110
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Colchester to London Liverpool Streettrain train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
  2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Derbytrain train London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
4h 10m
£89–136

Colchester to Matlock train times

Trains run hourly between Colchester and Matlock. The earliest departure is at 5:35 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Colchester is at 11:02 PM which arrives into Matlock at 8:23 AM. All services require a transfer at London Liverpool Street and take an average of 4h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways3h 40m • 3 changes

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways3h 40m • 3 changes

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways3h 40m • 3 changes

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways3h 40m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways3h 47m • 3 changes

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways3h 40m • 3 changes

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways3h 39m • 3 changes

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways3h 48m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways3h 47m • 3 changes

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways3h 40m • 3 changes

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways3h 39m • 3 changes

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways3h 48m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways3h 47m • 3 changes

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways3h 40m • 3 changes

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways3h 39m • 3 changes

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    Greater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands Railways3h 48m • 3 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Colchester 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.

Map of how to get from Colchester to Matlock.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 198.2 mi
  • Duration: 4h 21m

What companies run services between Colchester, England and Matlock, England?

You can take a train from Colchester to Matlock via London Liverpool Street, Liverpool Street station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, and Derby in around 4h 10m.

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