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It takes an average of 8h 30m to travel from Greenock Central to Derby by train, over a distance of around 247 miles (398 km). There are normally 9 trains per day travelling from Greenock Central to Derby and tickets for this journey start from £47 when you book in advance.
| First train | 07:31 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:34 | |
| Departure station | Greenock Central | |
| Arrival station | Derby | |
| Journey time | From 6h 17m | |
| Distance | 247 miles (398 km) | |
| Frequency | 9 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £47 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, ScotRail |
Taking the train from Greenock Central to Derby in 6 hours 17 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Greenock Central to Derby? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 8 hours 30 minutes to travel the 247 miles (398 km) from Greenock Central to Derby by train, although you can get there in as little as 6 hours 17 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 9 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Lumo or ScotRail to Derby. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Greenock Central to Derby in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £47.00. 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 Derby by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Greenock Central to Derby?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.