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The average train between Matlock and Folkestone takes 4h 37m and the fastest train takes 3h 43m. There is a train service every few hours from Matlock to Folkestone. 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 37m
Duration
214 mi
Distance
£124
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Derby to London St Pancras Intltrain train Sheffield - London St Pancras International / ...
  2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain train St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
4h 9m
£98–161

Matlock to Folkestone train times

Trains run hourly between Matlock and Folkestone. The earliest departure is at 6:18 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Matlock is at 11:20 PM which arrives into Folkestone at 8:01 AM. All services require a transfer at Derby and take an average of 4h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands RailwaysSoutheastern3h 43m • 2 changes

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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands RailwaysSoutheastern3h 43m • 2 changes

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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands RailwaysSoutheastern3h 43m • 2 changes

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Matlock to Folkestone? 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 Matlock to Folkestone.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 214.3 mi
  • Duration: 4h 37m

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

You can take a train from Matlock to Folkestone Central via Derby and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h 9m.

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