The average train between Derbyshire and Ludlow takes 4h 16m and the fastest train takes 3h 26m. There is a train service every few hours from Derbyshire to Ludlow. 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 Derbyshire and Ludlow. The earliest departure is at 6:18 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Derbyshire is at 11:20 PM which arrives into Ludlow at 9:20 AM. All services require a transfer at Derby and take an average of 4h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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3h 35m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Derbyshire to Ludlow? 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 Derbyshire to Ludlow. However, there are services departing from Derbyshire station and arriving at Ludlow station via Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.
Derbyshire to Ludlow train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Matlock station.
Derbyshire to Ludlow train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Ludlow station.
Book your Derbyshire to Ludlow train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Derbyshire and Ludlow is 117.2 km. The road distance is 206 km.
You can take a train from Matlock to Ludlow via Derby, Birmingham New Street, and Shrewsbury in around 3h 39m.