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Cheltenham Spa to Matlock Bath train prices and times

Looking to travel from Cheltenham Spa to Matlock Bath? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £30.50, with average prices for this route around £22.60.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
23:01 Cheltenham Spa	08:03+1 Matlock Bath	9h 2m, No direct		Find Tickets

Cheltenham Spa to Matlock Bath train route details

First train

07:14

Last train

23:01

Departure station

Cheltenham Spa

Arrival station

Matlock Bath

Journey time

2h 37m

Distance

89 miles

Price

£30.50*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Cheltenham Spa to Matlock Bath

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Cheltenham Spa to Matlock Bath during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Cheltenham Spa to Matlock Bath for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Cheltenham Spa to Matlock Bath, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Cheltenham Spa to Matlock Bath ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Cheltenham Spa to Matlock Bath more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Cheltenham Spa to Matlock Bath train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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These are valid for both the outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
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As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.

Trains from Cheltenham Spa to Matlock Bath from £30.50*

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Cheltenham Spa to Matlock Bath train prices and times

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