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
£70
1 night at 3-star hotel
Matlock in March
Estimated hotel price
£70
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, 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 only carrier operating train routes to Matlock. The train journey from Matlock to Liverpool takes 0h 52m and costs around £42 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Doncaster, expect to pay about £50 for a 1h 39m 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 Turo and Rentacar, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Matlock using FlixBus or National Express. From Liverpool, the bus ride to Matlock takes 50 miles and will cost you around £8. From Leeds, the ticket costs about £9 for a journey of 70 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, 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 only carrier operating train routes to Matlock. The train journey from Matlock to Liverpool takes 0h 52m and costs around £42 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Doncaster, expect to pay about £50 for a 1h 39m 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 Turo and Rentacar, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Matlock using FlixBus or National Express. From Liverpool, the bus ride to Matlock takes 50 miles and will cost you around £8. From Leeds, the ticket costs about £9 for a journey of 70 miles.

Airports near Matlock

BHXBirmingham
LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
MANManchester

Airlines serving Matlock

KLM
Good (1,461 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,818 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,774 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,237 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,240 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,889 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,128 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,375 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,541 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,745 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (900 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,536 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,702 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,764 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,182 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,371 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,420 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,182 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (387 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,155 reviews)
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Where to stay in Matlock

Average rates range from around £155 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £120 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Matlock

Most booked hotels in Matlock

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Gulliver s Resort Matlock Bath
3 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
£53+
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Cavendish Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£177+
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The Rutland Arms Hotel, Bakewell, Derbyshire - The Coaching Inn Group
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£116+
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Bagshaw Hall
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£113+
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Barringtons
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£70+
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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 £1.32 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 £15.84 and £21.12.

Expect to pay £1.32 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 £15.84 and £21.12.