4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool to Derby
Cheapest price
$92
Average price
$92
Fastest journey
1 h 44 m
Average duration
2 h 8 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
114 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to Derby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Derby will cost around $92 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $92.
It's difficult to get from Liverpool to Derby without transferring at least once.
C21302+
C169208:10 AM2h30Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)10:40 AMDerby station (DBY)$921One-way1 transfer- C16925 · C17837+
G667129:12 AM2h19Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)11:31 AMDerby station (DBY)$921One-way2 transfers 
W33955+G006848:07 AM1h45Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)9:52 AMDerby station (DBY)$921One-way1 transfer- C16920 · C17854+G009388:10 AM2h21Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)10:31 AMDerby station (DBY)$921One-way2 transfers
- W34085+G664949:08 AM1h44Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)10:52 AMDerby station (DBY)$921One-way1 transfer
- W34085+G664949:08 AM1h44Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)10:52 AMDerby station (DBY)$921One-way1 transfer
- W33955+G006848:07 AM1h45Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)9:52 AMDerby station (DBY)$921One-way1 transfer
- C16925 · C17837+G667129:12 AM2h19Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)11:31 AMDerby station (DBY)$921One-way2 transfers
- C16920 · C17854+G009388:10 AM2h21Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)10:31 AMDerby station (DBY)$921One-way2 transfers
- C21302+C169208:10 AM2h30Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)10:40 AMDerby station (DBY)$921One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Liverpool to Derby
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Derby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 7m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a train costs an average of $29.
Distance: 70 miles (114 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$61 Average price | $22 Average price Cheapest | $33 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 37m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 51m Average total duration 4h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Liverpool to Derby:
A bus is $39 (€32) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liverpool to Derby costing on average $61 (€50).
Other travel options to Derby take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 21m.
Tickets start at around $61 (€50) compared to roughly $33 (€27) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-28.17 (€-23.24). The journey takes 2h 7m versus 1h 57m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Liverpool to Derby train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Derby trains for today, Tuesday, July 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:08 AM Liverpool | 2h32 | 9:40 AM Derby | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:08 AM Liverpool | 2h32 | 10:40 AM Derby | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:12 AM Liverpool | 2h19 | 10:31 AM Derby | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:12 AM Liverpool | 2h29 | 12:41 PM Derby | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool to Derby
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Liverpool to Derby run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $29 (€24) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 22:31. The fastest train covers the 70 miles (114 km) distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 70 miles (114 km) |
Average train duration 2h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€24) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 45m |
First train 12:09 AM |
Last train 10:31 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, east_midlands_trains, TransPennine Express from Liverpool to Derby trainsEast Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, east_midlands_trains, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Liverpool and Derby from $12 (€10). 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 Liverpool to Derby
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool 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 Liverpool to Derby
Most Liverpool to Derby trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Derby station pair, with some services arriving at Spondon. Use this guide to compare Liverpool and Derby train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Lime Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool Lime Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Getting to Liverpool South Parkway from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool South Parkway is 8 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool South Parkway train station facilities and services
Liverpool South Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool South Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool South Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool South Parkway. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool South Parkway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool South Parkway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool South Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” Platforms are accessible via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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.
Getting to Liverpool James Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool James Street is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool James Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool James Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool James Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool James Street. ATMs are available at Liverpool James Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool James Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool James Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool James Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool James Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform”The Ticket Office is step free via James Street only and platforms can be accessed via lifts, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Derby station do trains from Liverpool arrive at?
Getting to Derby from Derby city centre
Derby is 1 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Derby train station facilities and services
Derby has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Derby.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Derby.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Derby.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Derby: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Derby: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Derby: 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.
Getting to Spondon from Derby city centre
Spondon is 4 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Spondon train station facilities and services
Spondon has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Spondon.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Spondon: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Spondon: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Spondon: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. This station has a degree of step free access to the platform which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check for details. Level ramped access to both platforms from level crossing. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on IUP, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Peartree from Derby city centre
Peartree is 2 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Peartree train station facilities and services
Peartree has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Peartree.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Peartree: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Peartree: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Peartree: 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.
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