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The average train between Blackpool and Derby takes 3h 28m and the fastest train takes 2h 41m. There is a train service every few hours from Blackpool to Derby. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 28m
Duration
119 mi
Distance
£49
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Preston to Crewetrain train Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
  2. Take the train from Crewe to Derbytrain train Crewe - Lincoln Central / ...
3h 41m
£37–72

Blackpool to Derby train times

Trains run hourly between Blackpool and Derby. The earliest departure is at 5:35 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Blackpool is at 11:22 PM which arrives into Derby at 7:40 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 3h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCaledonian SleeperEast Midlands Railways9h 16m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways3h 7m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways3h 18m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways3h 19m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways3h 18m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways3h 7m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways3h 18m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways3h 19m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways3h 18m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways3h 7m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways3h 18m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways3h 19m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways3h 18m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways3h 7m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways3h 18m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Blackpool to Derby? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Blackpool to Derby.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 118.5 mi
  • Duration: 3h 28m

What companies run services between Blackpool, England and Derby, England?

You can take a train from Blackpool North to Derby via Preston and Crewe in around 3h 41m.

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