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Buses replace late night trains between Derby and Matlock from Monday 14 to Friday 18 December

Planned Updated: 21 Sep 2026 05:48

Engineering work is taking place between Derby and Matlock, closing all lines on Monday to Friday evenings.

As a result:

  • The 22:09 Nottingham to Matlock service will terminate at Derby. A replacement bus will run from Derby to Matlock
  • The 23:20 Matlock to Nottingham train will start from Derby at 00:02 (Tuesday to Saturday). A replacement bus will run from Matlock at 22:45 and run earlier than the train through to Derby, where it will connect with the amended train service

Check before you travel:

You can plan your journey using the National Rail Journey Planner.

Replacement bus travel advice:

For helpful advice if you need to travel on a rail replacement service, including accessibility and bicycle information, please use our Rail Replacement Services page.

You can find the pick-up and drop-off location of rail replacement services by checking station signage or by searching for your station on our Find a Station page.

Please be advised that replacement vehicles may be busier than usual, and you should allow extra time for your journey.