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Derby to Knutsford trains

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The average train between Derby and Knutsford takes 2h 56m and the fastest train takes 2h 7m. There is a train service every few hours from Derby to Knutsford. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 56m
Duration
88 mi
Distance
£43
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Derby to Sheffieldtrain train
  2. Take the train from Sheffield to Stockporttrain train
  3. Take the train from Stockport to Knutsfordtrain train
2h 42m
£31–58

Derby to Knutsford train times

Trains run hourly between Derby and Knutsford. The earliest departure is at 12:31 AM at night, and the last departure from Derby is at 10:30 PM which arrives into Knutsford at 6:51 AM. All services require a transfer at Sheffield and take an average of 2h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 21m • 2 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 18m • 2 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 19m • 2 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 19m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited7h 20m • 2 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 21m • 2 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 18m • 2 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 19m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited7h 20m • 2 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 21m • 2 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 18m • 2 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 19m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Derby to Knutsford? 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 Knutsford.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 87.9 mi
  • Duration: 2h 56m

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

You can take a train from Derby to Knutsford via Sheffield and Stockport in around 2h 42m.

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