The average train between Portsmouth and Matlock takes 5h 19m and the fastest train takes 4h 16m. There is a train service every few hours from Portsmouth 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 hourly between Portsmouth and Matlock. The earliest departure is at 4:31 AM at night, and the last departure from Portsmouth is at 11:22 PM which arrives into Matlock at 8:23 AM. All services require a transfer at London Waterloo Station and take an average of 5h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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4h 32m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Portsmouth 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.
No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to Matlock. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea station and arriving at Derby station via London Waterloo station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 19m.
Portsmouth to Matlock train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Portsmouth & Southsea station.
Portsmouth to Matlock train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Derby station.
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The distance between Portsmouth and Matlock is 262 km. The road distance is 318 km.
You can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Matlock via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, London St Pancras Intl, and Derby in around 5h 7m.