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Liverpool to Derby by train
It takes an average of 3h 47m to travel from Liverpool to Derby by train, over a distance of around 72 miles (116 km). There are normally 112 trains per day traveling from Liverpool to Derby and tickets for this journey start from $22.96 when you book in advance.
| First train | 4:25 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 11:49 pm | |
| Departure station | Liverpool | |
| Arrival station | Derby | |
| Journey time | From 1h 49m | |
| Distance | 72 miles (116 km) | |
| Frequency | 112 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From $22.96 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Merseyrail, Transport for Wales |
Travel from Liverpool to Derby by train in 1 hour 49 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from Liverpool to Derby by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Liverpool to Derby by train is 3 hours 47 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 1 hour 49 minutes. You'll usually find 112 trains per day traveling the 116 km between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there are no direct services to Derby.
Book train tickets from Liverpool to Derby in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from $22.96. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices when you search in our Journey Planner.
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Cheap train tickets from Liverpool to Derby
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Liverpool to Derby is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
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