The cheapest and fastest trains from Blackpool to Derby
Cheapest price
$57
Average price
$57
Fastest journey
3 h 31 m
Average duration
3 h 31 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
144 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Blackpool to Derby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Blackpool to Derby will cost around $57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $57.
Of the 1 trains that leave Blackpool for Derby on Tue, Dec 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 144 km distance in an average of 3 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 31 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 3 h 31 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Blackpool to Derby
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Blackpool to Derby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a train costs an average of €42.
Distance: 89 miles (144 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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€74 Average price | €37 Average price Cheapest |
2h 52m Average total duration Fastest 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 42m Average total duration 5h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Blackpool to Derby train times
The table below shows live departures for Blackpool to Derby trains for today, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Y25310+ C01382+ Y12422 | On time 3:23 PM Blackpool North (BPN) | 3h17 | 6:40 PM Derby station (DBY) | 2 transfers | |
Y25310+ C01382+ W05550+ C74978 | On time 3:23 PM Blackpool North (BPN) | 3h06 | 6:29 PM Derby station (DBY) | 3 transfers | |
Y25310+ C72707+ Y12422 | On time 3:23 PM Blackpool North (BPN) | 3h17 | 6:40 PM Derby station (DBY) | 2 transfers | |
Y25310+ C01382+ W05550+ C74978 | On time 3:26 PM Layton (LAY) | 3h03 | 6:29 PM Derby station (DBY) | 3 transfers | |
Y25310+ C01382+ Y12422 | On time 3:26 PM Layton (LAY) | 3h14 | 6:40 PM Derby station (DBY) | 2 transfers | |
Y25310+ C72707+ Y12422 | On time 3:26 PM Layton (LAY) | 3h14 | 6:40 PM Derby station (DBY) | 2 transfers | |
L09865+ C01382+ W05550+ C74978 | On time 3:30 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 2h59 | 6:29 PM Derby station (DBY) | 3 transfers | |
L09865+ C01382+ Y12422 | On time 3:30 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 3h10 | 6:40 PM Derby station (DBY) | 2 transfers | |
L07280+ Y12384+ C75098 | On time 3:54 PM Blackpool North (BPN) | 3h33 | 7:27 PM Derby station (DBY) | 2 transfers | |
Y25089+ L02363+ W05557+ C74981 | On time 4:22 PM Blackpool North (BPN) | 3h10 | 7:32 PM Derby station (DBY) | 3 transfers | |
Y25089+ L02363+ Y12424 | On time 4:22 PM Blackpool North (BPN) | 3h18 | 7:40 PM Derby station (DBY) | 2 transfers | |
Y25089+ L02363+ Y12424 | On time 4:25 PM Layton (LAY) | 3h15 | 7:40 PM Derby station (DBY) | 2 transfers | |
Y25089+ C72171+ Y12424 | On time 4:25 PM Layton (LAY) | 3h15 | 7:40 PM Derby station (DBY) | 2 transfers | |
Y25089+ L02363+ W05557+ C74981 | On time 4:25 PM Layton (LAY) | 3h07 | 7:32 PM Derby station (DBY) | 3 transfers | |
L09157 · L07272+ Y12388+ C75102 | On time 4:30 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 3h56 | 8:26 PM Derby station (DBY) | 3 transfers | |
L09157+ L02363+ W05557+ C74981 | On time 4:30 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 3h02 | 7:32 PM Derby station (DBY) | 3 transfers | |
L09157+ L02363+ Y12424 | On time 4:30 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 3h10 | 7:40 PM Derby station (DBY) | 2 transfers | |
L09841 · Y25077+ Y12391+ C75105 | On time 5:30 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 3h55 | 9:25 PM Derby station (DBY) | 3 transfers | |
| Tuesday, December 23 | |||||
![]() | 9:55 AM Blackpool | 3h31 | 1:26 PM Derby | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Blackpool to Derby
Trains from Blackpool to Derby run on average 18 times per day, taking around 2h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $53 (€42) but you can travel from only $25 (€20) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 22:29. The fastest train covers the 89 miles (144 km) distance in 2h 29m.
Distance 89 miles (144 km) |
Average train duration 2h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $53 (€42) |
Trains per day 18 |
Fastest train 2h 29m |
First train 00:08 |
Last train 22:29 |
Train companies: East Midlands Trains, Northern Rail (3), Avanti West Coast from Blackpool to Derby trainsEast Midlands Trains, Northern Rail (3), Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Blackpool and Derby from $25 (€20). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Blackpool to Derby
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Blackpool to Derby by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Derby, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Blackpool to Derby
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday 06:30 - 20:00 Saturday 06:40 - 23:00 Sunday 07:30 - 20:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A Station, Scooter Friendly Station - Access to station front down 30 metre ramp from Talbot Road, 10 metre ramp or 9 steps from Springfield Road or 16 steps from High Street. Level access from station front onto concourse then through wide doors onto all platforms. There is a dropped kerb access to the station entrance from the Blue Badge car parking spaces.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located Just inside concourse on right hand side
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport will pick up/drop off at the station entrance
- Metro: Nearest tram stop half a mile
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Step free access via short ramps onto both platforms from Bispham Road. From car park up a 5 metre ramp and through gateway onto platform. Access between platforms is from Preston platform up 24 steps with rest platform and handrail over walkway and down 22 steps with rest platform and handrail.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up and drop off on Benson Road near junction of Delaware Road.
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Access from Waterloo Road down 40 metre ramp with handrail or 25 steps with rest platform and handrail. A short ramp also gives access from car park.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Station Entrance on Waterloo Road (bridge above station)
- Metro: Nearest tram stop one mile
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:55 - 22:45 Saturday 04:55 - 22:45 Sunday 06:20 - 23:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A step free station. This station has step free access. There are lifts to all platforms. There is a subway to platforms 2,3,4 and 5. Platforms 6 and 7 are accessed by lift only. This station has tactile paving at the edges of all platforms and at the foot and top of stairwells.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, Platform 2/3 and Platform 4/6. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1, Platform 2/3 and Platform 4/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from Customer Reception upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Located in North Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the rear of the station, at the Pride Park exit
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to both platforms via ramps. These ramps have a very steep gradient. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edge of the platforms.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on IUP.
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the bus stopÿoutside the station entrance towards Derby or by the Showcase towards Stoke.
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