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Matlock Bath to Stansted Airport by train

First train

11:16

Last train

17:16

Departure station

Matlock Bath

Arrival station

Stansted Airport

Journey time

From 4h 7m

Distance

114 miles (184 km)

Frequency

1 train per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway

Taking the train from Matlock Bath to Stansted Airport in 4 hours 7 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Matlock Bath to Stansted Airport? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 4 hours 13 minutes to travel the 114 miles (184 km) from Matlock Bath to Stansted Airport by train, although you can get there in as little as 4 hours 7 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 1 train per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway or CrossCountry to Stansted Airport. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.

Book train tickets from Matlock Bath to Stansted Airport in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.

If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Stansted Airport by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Matlock Bath to Stansted Airport? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Matlock Bath to Stansted Airport take?

The average journey time by train between Matlock Bath and Stansted Airport is 4 hours and 13 minutes, with around 1 train per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Matlock Bath and Stansted Airport by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Matlock Bath to Stansted Airport is 4 hours and 7 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Matlock Bath to Stansted Airport?

No, there are no direct train services from Matlock Bath to Stansted Airport. Travelling from Matlock Bath to Stansted Airport by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Matlock Bath to Stansted Airport leave?

The first train from Matlock Bath to Stansted Airport leaves at 11:16. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Matlock Bath to Stansted Airport leave?

The last train from Matlock Bath to Stansted Airport leaves at 17:16. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Matlock Bath and Stansted Airport by train?

Trains travelling from Matlock Bath to Stansted Airport cover a distance of around 114 miles (184 km) during the journey.

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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