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Derby to Carnforth trains

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The average train between Derby and Carnforth takes 3h 45m and the fastest train takes 2h 44m. There is a train service every few hours from Derby to Carnforth. 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 45m
Duration
128 mi
Distance
£59
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Derby to Crewetrain train Lincoln Central - Crewe / ...
  2. Take the train from Crewe to Lancastertrain train London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
3h 30m
£49–76

Derby to Carnforth train times

Trains run hourly between Derby and Carnforth. The earliest departure is at 6:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Derby is at 9:48 PM which arrives into Carnforth at 7:42 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 3h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited10h 58m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 27m • 2 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 2m • 2 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 47m • 2 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 32m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 27m • 2 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 2m • 2 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 47m • 2 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 32m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 27m • 2 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 2m • 2 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 47m • 2 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 32m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 27m • 2 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 2m • 2 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 47m • 2 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 32m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Derby to Carnforth? 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 Derby to Carnforth.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 128.2 mi
  • Duration: 3h 45m

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

You can take a train from Derby to Carnforth via Crewe and Lancaster in around 3h 30m.

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