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The average train between Derby and Lancaster takes 3h 11m and the fastest train takes 2h 24m. There is a train service every few hours from Derby to Lancaster. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Derby and Lancaster. 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 Lancaster at 6:58 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Derby to Lancaster. However, there are services departing from Derby station and arriving at Lancaster station via Crewe station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.
Derby to Lancaster train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Derby station.
Derby to Lancaster train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Lancaster station.
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The distance between Derby and Lancaster is 152.6 km. The road distance is 179 km.
You can take a train from Derby to Lancaster via Crewe in around 3h 4m.
