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Visit Heights of Abraham car-free
It’s easy to reach Heights of Abraham car-free. There are regular trains to Matlock Bath from Derby and Matlock and frequent direct buses from Derby, Ashbourne, Matlock, Bakewell and Buxton. A walkway leads from the station to the Cable Car base station, and the bus stops are just a couple of minutes walk away. It’s just a couple of minutes riverside walk from the train or bus stops to the Cable Car.
Our journey planner will show you train and bus times and walking routes.
Enjoy 20% off cable car tickets when you arrive in Matlock Bath by bus or train. Simply book online and show your travel tickets at the ticket office on arrival.
Cyclists are welcome. There are cycle racks at the nearby train station. Plan your cycle route here.
Discover more about the scenic rail journey to the Heights of Abraham on the Derwent Valley Line.
There are two rover tickets offering unlimited train and bus travel in the Peak District, including travel to Matlock Bath – the Wayfarer Ticket and the Derbyshire Wayfarer Ticket.
If travelling by train, you can save money on bus fares by adding a PlusBus ticket for Buxton or Matlock to your train ticket.
If you travel by train to Matlock or Buxton, you can reach the Heights of Abraham with a PlusBus bus ticket. However, a train to Matlock Bath is not covered.
Here’s some information on accessibility on buses and trains. And here’s information on accessibility at The Heights of Abraham.
Getting to Heights of Abraham car-free
Here's our recommended route to Heights of Abraham. To get bus and train times and walking routes use our journey planner.
By train
There are regular trains to Matlock Bath from Matlock and Derby, with connections in Derby from Nottingham and other many cities.
On Sundays trains run direct from Nottingham, Beeston, Long Eaton and Derby to Matlock Bath and Matlock.
Follow the access-for-all walkway straight Matlock Bath station to Heights of Abraham cable car.
By bus
The Transpeak bus runs regularly (less on Sunday) from Derby, Belper, Buxton, Bakewell to Matlock Bath.
Bus 6.1 (the Sixes) runs hourly between Derby, Duffield, Belper, Wirksworth and Cromford to Matlock Bath. It also runs from Bakewell and Matlock.
Bus 110 and bus 111 run from Ashbourne to Matlock Bath.
There are also frequent buses from Sheffield, Chesterfield, The Peak Villages, Clay Cross and Alfreton to Matlock, from where you can catch a train or bus for the short journey to Matlock Bath, or walk (30 minutes).
If you are travelling from Manchester catch the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Buxton, then cross the road to catch Transpeak bus to Matlock Bath.
Bus stops are just a minute’s walk away, across the footbridge over the river. Our journey planner will show you bus and train times, also connections.
About Heights of Abraham
The Heights of Abraham 60-acre hilltop park has been welcoming visitors since 1787 when it first opened as a pleasure garden. Now, visitors travel in style in state of the art cable cars to reach the summit, where there are a wealth of attractions to discover including two guided cavern tours, exhibitions, playgrounds and more.
For any queries about visiting contact Heights of Abraham on 01629 582365 or office@heightsofabraham.com
Address: The Heights of Abraham, Dale Road, Matlock Bath, Derbyshire DE4 3NT. Visit Website