Travel Guides
Driving directions to Matlock:
From Derby: Take A6 heading North and continue for around 11 miles until you reach Matlock.
From Manchester: Take M60 and then A6 heading South. Continue for around 40 miles until you reach Matlock.
From Sheffield: Take A61 and then A6 heading South. Continue for around 20 miles until you reach Matlock.
Rail directions to Matlock:
There is a direct train service from Derby to Matlock operated by East Midlands Railway. The journey takes around 30 minutes.
From Manchester, you can take a train to Sheffield and then change onto a train to Matlock. The journey takes around 1 hour and 40 minutes.
From London, you can take a train to Derby and then change onto a train to Matlock. The journey takes around 2 hours and 30 minutes.
If you are coming from nearby landmarks, such as Bakewell or Buxton, it's best to drive to Matlock as public transport links can be limited in the area. It's also worth noting that Matlock has a limited amount of parking, so finding a spot may be challenging during peak times.
The closest airport to Matlock is East Midlands Airport, which is approximately 30 miles away. The recommended route is to take the A52 and then the A38 towards the airport. Alternatively, you can take the train from Matlock to Derby and then catch a bus or taxi to the airport, which would take around an hour and a half.