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Trip Summary
16 trains operate daily from Manchester to Derby. The train trip from Manchester to Derby is usually about one hour and 56 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest TransPennine Express + Connections train can get you there in as little as one hour and 30 minutes.
| Distance | 50 mi (80 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 30m |
| Lowest price | £29.02 |
| Most frequent service | TransPennine Express + Connections |
| Train lines | 4 |
Which train should you take from Manchester to Derby?
There are 4 train lines with service from Manchester to Derby. TransPennine Express + Connections is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 9 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Midlands Trains + Connections | 1 | 1h 41m | £29.02 |
| Northern Rail + Connections | 5 | 2h 20m | £40.37 |
| TransPennine Express + Connections | 9 | 1h 45m | £32.81 |
| Virgin Trains + Connections | 1 | 1h 53m | £29.02 |
East Midlands Trains + Connections train tickets from Manchester to Derby start from £29, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 East Midlands Trains + Connections schedules to Derby. East Midlands Trains + Connections in Manchester leaves from Manchester Piccadilly . And in Derby trains arrive at Derby Train Station .
From Manchester to Derby train travel on East Midlands Trains + Connections takes 1 hours and 41 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 30 minutes.
If you are looking to travel to Derby on a weekend there is typically one East Midlands Trains + Connections scheduled trip per day, which will cost for a one-way weekend reservation from Manchester.
Northern Rail + Connections train tickets from Manchester to Derby start from £40, and on average cost . Daily there are 5 Northern Rail + Connections schedules to Derby. Northern Rail + Connections in Manchester leaves from Manchester Airport . And in Derby trains arrive at Derby Train Station .
From Manchester to Derby train travel on Northern Rail + Connections takes 2 hours and 20 minutes. If you are looking to get to Derby faster, Northern Rail + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 30 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Northern Rail + Connections offers 5 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Derby.
TransPennine Express + Connections train tickets from Manchester to Derby start from £29, and on average cost . Daily there are 9 TransPennine Express + Connections schedules to Derby. TransPennine Express + Connections in Manchester leaves from Manchester Piccadilly and one other station. And in Derby trains arrive at Derby Train Station .
From Manchester to Derby train travel on TransPennine Express + Connections takes 1 hours and 45 minutes. If you are looking to get to Derby faster, TransPennine Express + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 30 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, TransPennine Express + Connections offers 9 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Derby.
Virgin Trains + Connections train tickets from Manchester to Derby start from £29, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Virgin Trains + Connections schedules to Derby. Virgin Trains + Connections in Manchester leaves from Manchester Piccadilly . And in Derby trains arrive at Derby Train Station .
From Manchester to Derby train travel on Virgin Trains + Connections takes 1 hours and 53 minutes. If you are looking to get to Derby faster, Virgin Trains + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 30 minutes.
If you are looking to travel to Derby on a weekend there is typically one Virgin Trains + Connections scheduled trip per day, which will cost for a one-way weekend reservation from Manchester.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains departing from Manchester to Derby tend to have the most passengers on Sunday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Sunday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Sunday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Manchester at 06:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 20:00. 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 16 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 Manchester.
City Information
Manchester
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Most recognizable for its world-famous football team, Manchester is a modern, vibrant city with a diverse range of attractions that will appeal to explorers of all kinds. Often referred to as "The Capital of the North," Manchester is also known for being the birthplace of the industrial revolution. Visitors can relive this booming era by taking a trip to the Science and Industry Museum to see how this previously small town changed the world's ideas of industry and manufacturing forever. These days, Manchester is famous for its music and art scene, with it being the birthplace of bands like The Smiths and Oasis.
Art and music-lovers may want to visit Afflecks, a vast and eclectic emporium of all things indie and grunge, to purchase records, artwork, and memorabilia, among many other things. Manchester is also home to 15 parks and gardens, with Fletcher Moss Park and Botanical Gardens among the most popular. This park provides a beautiful setting for picnics and scenic walks, perfect for when you need an escape from the bustling city.
And if you really are only here for Man U, both Old Trafford and Etihad Stadium are stops on our itinerary to visit every premier league stadium in England.
With three large train stations—Piccadilly, Oxford Road, and Victoria—Manchester is easily accessible via rail. National Express and Megabus coaches also allow access from all over the country. In addition, Manchester Airport houses three large terminals, which provide global entry to the city.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Manchester?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: Manchester Airport
Refurbished in 2004 and 2014, Manchester Airport Station is a combined rail, Metrolink tram, and coach station. Referred to as "The Station" on signage, it is linked to the airport terminals by the Sky Link elevated walkway. Northern, TransPennine Express, and Transport for Wales operate rail services, with destinations including central Manchester, Edinburgh, and Glasgow. National Express and Megabus also operate frequent coaches to and from the airport. The Metrolink tram connects with Manchester Victoria rail station, located much closer to the center of Manchester.
All train stations in Manchester:
Manchester Airport
Manchester Piccadilly
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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