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
£74
1 night at 3-star hotel
Matlock in June
Estimated hotel price
£74
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 most popular train carrier serving Matlock, followed by Transpennine Express. The train journey from Matlock to Newcastle upon Tyne takes 2h 47m and costs around £23 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about £36 for a 3h 10m 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 GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Matlock using National Express or FlixBus. From Leeds, the bus ride to Matlock takes 113 km and will cost you around £9. From Liverpool, the ticket costs about £9 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 most popular train carrier serving Matlock, followed by Transpennine Express. The train journey from Matlock to Newcastle upon Tyne takes 2h 47m and costs around £23 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about £36 for a 3h 10m 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 GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Matlock using National Express or FlixBus. From Leeds, the bus ride to Matlock takes 113 km and will cost you around £9. From Liverpool, the ticket costs about £9 for a journey of 137 km.

Airports near Matlock

BHXBirmingham
LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
MANManchester

Airlines serving Matlock

KLM
Good (1,442 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,732 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,691 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,077 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,196 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,855 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,093 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,179 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,720 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,524 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,484 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (894 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,637 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,655 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,373 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,140 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,351 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,174 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,433 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (382 reviews)
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Where to stay in Matlock

Average rates range from around £114 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £128 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)
£128+
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Hodgkinsons Hotel Matlock Bath
3 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£100+
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Cavendish Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£150+
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The Rutland Arms Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£94+
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Barringtons
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£59+
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The Red Lion
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£77+
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Hiring a car 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 £16.29 and £21.72.

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 £16.29 and £21.72.