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 March
Estimated hotel price
£84
1 night at 3-star hotel
Matlock in March
Estimated hotel price
£84
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 British Airways, Aer Lingus, easyJet 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 only carrier operating train routes to Matlock. The train journey from Matlock to Birmingham takes 1h 40m and costs around £33 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Edinburgh, expect to pay about £110 for a 3h 15m 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 FlixBus or National Express. From Leeds, the bus ride to Matlock takes 113 km and will cost you around £9. From Blackpool, the ticket costs about £10 for a journey of 137 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 British Airways, Aer Lingus, easyJet 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 only carrier operating train routes to Matlock. The train journey from Matlock to Birmingham takes 1h 40m and costs around £33 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Edinburgh, expect to pay about £110 for a 3h 15m 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 FlixBus or National Express. From Leeds, the bus ride to Matlock takes 113 km and will cost you around £9. From Blackpool, the ticket costs about £10 for a journey of 137 km.

Airports near Matlock

BHXBirmingham
LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
MANManchester

Airlines serving Matlock

Lufthansa
Good (7,962 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,512 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,937 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,463 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,346 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,924 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,204 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,580 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (913 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,677 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,568 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,767 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,724 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,982 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,192 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,392 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (404 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,225 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,434 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,310 reviews)
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Where to stay in Matlock

Average rates range from around £138 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £140 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
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
£118+
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The H Boutique Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
£141+
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The Rutland Arms Hotel, Bakewell, Derbyshire - The Coaching Inn Group
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£135+
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Bagshaw Hall
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£122+
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Barringtons
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£70+
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The Devonshire Arms Baslow
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£115+
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Hiring a car in Matlock

Hiring a car in Matlock costs £29 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 1% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay £1.58 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 £18.94 and £25.25.

Hiring a car in Matlock costs £29 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 1% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay £1.58 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 £18.94 and £25.25.