The average train between Plymouth and Matlock takes 5h 13m and the fastest train takes 4h 55m. There is a train service every few hours from Plymouth 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 every 2 hours between Plymouth and Matlock. The earliest departure is at 5:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Plymouth is at 5:27 PM which arrives into Matlock at 11:15 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Plymouth to Matlock. However, there are services departing from Plymouth station and arriving at Matlock station via Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 13m.
Plymouth to Matlock train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Plymouth station.
Plymouth to Matlock train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Derby station.
Book your Plymouth to Matlock train tickets online with Cross Country and East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Plymouth and Matlock is 355.4 km. The road distance is 438 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Plymouth to Derby hourly. Tickets cost £140–200 and the journey takes 4h 8m.