Introduction
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, Stones Restaurant Matlock (1c Dale Road) and Chatsworth Kitchen (Chatsworth Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Matlock

Matlock in June
Estimated hotel price
£73
1 night at 3-star hotel
Matlock in June
Estimated hotel price
£73
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 53 km from Matlock. Birmingham Airport (UK) is the most popular, with regular flights from easyJet, Loganair, British Airways 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 Leeds takes 1h 19m and costs around £7 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about £19 for a 1h 55m trip. Located 0.1 km from the city centre, Matlock Station is the busiest station in Matlock. Another popular train station is Matlock Whatstandwell, located 7 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Matlock is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 206 km from Matlock. You’ll find branches of Turo and Rentacar, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Matlock using National Express or FlixBus. From Liverpool, the bus ride to Matlock takes 148 km and will cost you around £9. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about £12 for a journey of 217 km.

Plane

Although Matlock doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Manchester Airport (UK) (MAN), which is located 53 km from Matlock. Birmingham Airport (UK) is the most popular, with regular flights from easyJet, Loganair, British Airways 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 Leeds takes 1h 19m and costs around £7 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about £19 for a 1h 55m trip. Located 0.1 km from the city centre, Matlock Station is the busiest station in Matlock. Another popular train station is Matlock Whatstandwell, located 7 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Matlock is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 206 km from Matlock. You’ll find branches of Turo and Rentacar, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Matlock using National Express or FlixBus. From Liverpool, the bus ride to Matlock takes 148 km and will cost you around £9. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about £12 for a journey of 217 km.

Airports near Matlock

BHXBirmingham
LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
MANManchester

Airlines serving Matlock

KLM
Good (1,454 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,784 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,739 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,203 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,216 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,872 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,115 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,289 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,734 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,534 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,516 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (896 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,682 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,717 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,179 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,394 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,362 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,162 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (384 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,142 reviews)
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Where to stay in Matlock

Average rates range from around £131 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £118 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Matlock

Most booked hotels in Matlock

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Cavendish Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£179+
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The Rutland Arms Hotel, Bakewell, Derbyshire - The Coaching Inn Group
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£95+
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Barringtons
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£70+
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Wheatsheaf, Baslow by Marston's Inns
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£71+
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Grouse & Claret by Marston's Inns
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£62+
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Duke Of Wellington
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£65+
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Hiring a car in Matlock

Expect to pay £1.33 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 £15.85 and £21.14.

Expect to pay £1.33 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 £15.85 and £21.14.