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Outbound fromWrexham to Matlock by train
It takes an average of 4h 46m to travel from Wrexham to Matlock by train, over a distance of around 60 miles (96 km). There are normally 6 trains per day travelling from Wrexham to Matlock and tickets for this journey start from £37.10 when you book in advance.
| First train | 06:55 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:16 | |
| Departure station | Wrexham | |
| Arrival station | Matlock | |
| Journey time | From 3h 0m | |
| Distance | 60 miles (96 km) | |
| Frequency | 6 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £37.10 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales |
How to travel from Wrexham to Matlock by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Wrexham to Matlock? Look no further.
You'll usually find 6 trains per day running between Wrexham and Matlock, which usually take 4 hours 46 minutes to complete the 60 miles (96 km) journey. It can take as little as 3 hours on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Matlock by train, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way. Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales or East Midlands Railway are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Wrexham to Matlock start from £37.10 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Matlock? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
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