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What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Matlock travel guide

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You're Going to Love Matlock

With a population of 11,516, Matlock is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Matlock to see all of its attractions.

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Where to Eat in Matlock

If you’re looking for affordable options, Foresters Bar & Restaurant (Sydnope Hill) and Stones Restaurant Matlock (1c Dale Road) are great picks.

When to visit Matlock

Matlock in September
Estimated hotel price
£68
1 night at 3-star hotel
Matlock in September
Estimated hotel price
£68
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Matlock

Plane

Although Matlock doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Manchester Airport (UK) (MAN), which is located 33 miles from Matlock. Birmingham Airport (UK) is the most popular, with regular flights from easyJet, British Airways, Loganair and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Matlock departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Matlock, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Matlock to Carlisle takes 2h 08m and costs around £24 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about £67 for a 3h 10m trip. Located 0.1 miles from the city centre, Matlock Station is the busiest station in Matlock. Another popular train station is Matlock Whatstandwell, located 4 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Matlock is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 128 miles from Matlock. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Matlock, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Leeds, the bus ride to Matlock takes 70 miles and will cost you around £10. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about £5 for a journey of 115 miles.

Plane

Although Matlock doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Manchester Airport (UK) (MAN), which is located 33 miles from Matlock. Birmingham Airport (UK) is the most popular, with regular flights from easyJet, British Airways, Loganair and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Matlock departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Matlock, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Matlock to Carlisle takes 2h 08m and costs around £24 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about £67 for a 3h 10m trip. Located 0.1 miles from the city centre, Matlock Station is the busiest station in Matlock. Another popular train station is Matlock Whatstandwell, located 4 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Matlock is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 128 miles from Matlock. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Matlock, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Leeds, the bus ride to Matlock takes 70 miles and will cost you around £10. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about £5 for a journey of 115 miles.

Airports near Matlock

BHXBirmingham
LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
MANManchester

Airlines serving Matlock

Lufthansa
Good (7,203 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,372 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,129 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,656 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,955 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,901 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,834 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,856 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,466 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (813 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,284 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,602 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,423 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,717 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,099 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (350 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,222 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,316 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,917 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,326 reviews)
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Where to stay in Matlock

Average rates range from around £146 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £141 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Matlock

Most booked hotels in Matlock

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Oakhill Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
£151+
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Gulliver s Resort Matlock Bath
3 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
£56+
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The Rutland Arms Hotel, Bakewell, Derbyshire
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£150+
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Grouse & Claret by Marston's Inns
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£85+
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Wheatsheaf, Baslow by Marston's Inns
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£104+
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The Devonshire Arms Baslow
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£127+
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Hiring a car in Matlock

Hiring a car in Matlock costs £21 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 67% cheaper than airport locations in Matlock.

Expect to pay £1.36 per litre in Matlock (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £16.28 and £21.70. The most frequently booked car type in Matlock is Intermediate (Kia XCeed or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Class Economy Car or similar) is, on average, 62% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Matlock costs £21 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 67% cheaper than airport locations in Matlock.

Expect to pay £1.36 per litre in Matlock (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £16.28 and £21.70. The most frequently booked car type in Matlock is Intermediate (Kia XCeed or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Class Economy Car or similar) is, on average, 62% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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