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Trip Summary
There are 24 daily trains from Liverpool to Derby. Traveling by train from Liverpool to Derby usually takes around 2 hours and 36 minutes, but the fastest Avanti West Coast + Connections train can make the trip in one hour and 36 minutes.
| Distance | 71 mi (115 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 36m |
| Lowest price | £14.50 |
| Most frequent service | Merseyrail + Connections |
| Train lines | 6 |
Train service from Liverpool to Derby
- Arriva Trains Wales + Connections tickets: £51 one-way
- Avanti West Coast + Connections tickets: £51 one-way
- East Midlands Trains tickets: £26 one-way
- East Midlands Trains + Connections tickets: £51 one-way
- Merseyrail + Connections tickets: £15 one-way
- West Midlands Railway + Connections tickets: £15 one-way
Which train should you take from Liverpool to Derby?
There are 6 train lines with service from Liverpool to Derby. Merseyrail + Connections is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 8 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arriva Trains Wales + Connections | 2 | 2h 10m | £51.12 |
| Avanti West Coast + Connections | 2 | 1h 59m | £51.12 |
| East Midlands Trains | 2 | 4h 23m | £26.20 |
| East Midlands Trains + Connections | 2 | 2h 24m | £51.12 |
| Merseyrail + Connections | 8 | 2h 54m | £26.65 |
| West Midlands Railway + Connections | 8 | 2h 12m | £19.08 |
Arriva Trains Wales + Connections train tickets from Liverpool to Derby start from £51, and on average cost . Daily there are 2 Arriva Trains Wales + Connections schedules to Derby. Arriva Trains Wales + Connections in Liverpool leaves from Liverpool South Parkway . And in Derby trains arrive at Derby Train Station .
From Liverpool to Derby train travel on Arriva Trains Wales + Connections takes 2 hours and 10 minutes. If you are looking to get to Derby faster, Arriva Trains Wales + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 36 minutes.
Avanti West Coast is one of the primary rail links between London and Birmingham, Liverpool, Manchester, Glasgow, and Edinburgh. On any given day, Avanti West Coast operates almost 300 routes and departs hourly from select destinations.
East Midlands Trains train tickets from Liverpool to Derby start from £26, and on average cost . Daily there are 2 East Midlands Trains schedules to Derby. East Midlands Trains in Liverpool leaves from Liverpool Lime St and one other station. And in Derby trains arrive at Derby Train Station .
From Liverpool to Derby train travel on East Midlands Trains takes 4 hours and 23 minutes. If you are looking to get to Derby faster, East Midlands Trains offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 36 minutes.
East Midlands Trains + Connections train tickets from Liverpool to Derby start from £51, and on average cost . Daily there are 2 East Midlands Trains + Connections schedules to Derby. East Midlands Trains + Connections in Liverpool leaves from Liverpool South Parkway . And in Derby trains arrive at Derby Train Station .
From Liverpool to Derby train travel on East Midlands Trains + Connections takes 2 hours and 24 minutes. If you are looking to get to Derby faster, East Midlands Trains + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 36 minutes.
Merseyrail + Connections train tickets from Liverpool to Derby start from £14, and on average cost . Daily there are 8 Merseyrail + Connections schedules to Derby. Merseyrail + Connections in Liverpool leaves from Brunswick . And in Derby trains arrive at Derby Train Station .
From Liverpool to Derby train travel on Merseyrail + Connections takes 2 hours and 54 minutes. If you are looking to get to Derby faster, Merseyrail + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 36 minutes.
West Midlands Railway + Connections train tickets from Liverpool to Derby start from £14, and on average cost . Daily there are 8 West Midlands Railway + Connections schedules to Derby. West Midlands Railway + Connections in Liverpool leaves from Liverpool Lime St and one other station. And in Derby trains arrive at Derby Train Station .
From Liverpool to Derby train travel on West Midlands Railway + Connections takes 2 hours and 12 minutes. If you are looking to get to Derby faster, West Midlands Railway + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 36 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Saturday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Liverpool to Derby. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Saturday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Saturday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Liverpool at 06:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 21:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 24 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Derby to Liverpool.
City Information
Liverpool
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Although Liverpool is only England's 10th largest city, its fame ballooned as the birthplace of the world's biggest rock band: The Beatles. Visiting Liverpool would not be complete without a trip to the iconic Beatles Statue, located near the port, followed by a visit to The Beatles Story museum, where visitors can immerse themselves in the band's rise to fame.
To explore some of Liverpool's older history, the Merseyside Maritime Museum provides fascinating exhibits on the city's great port-town past, including exhibitions on the Titanic as well as the Battle of the Atlantic. Football fanatics should check out the world-famous Anfield Stadium, where regular tours help visitors revel in the history and glory of this iconic football club.
Traveling to Liverpool is easy thanks to several rail providers, which facilitate travel around the Liverpool City Region and beyond. Liverpool also has two significant bus terminals for access via coach and an international airport for those traveling from further afield.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Liverpool?
Main departure station: Liverpool South Parkway Station
Liverpool has 3 stations where passengers can board the train to Derby.
All train stations in Liverpool:
Liverpool South Parkway Station
Liverpool Lime Street Station
Brunswick
Where is the train station in Derby?
Main arrival station: Derby Train Station
Derby has one train station.
Train stations in Derby:
Derby Train Station
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