The average train between Derby and Northwich takes 3h 22m and the fastest train takes 2h 25m. There is a train service every few hours from Derby to Northwich. 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 hourly between Derby and Northwich. The earliest departure is at 12:10 AM at night, and the last departure from Derby is at 10:40 PM which arrives into Northwich at 8:09 AM. All services require a transfer at Sheffield and take an average of 3h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Derby to Northwich. However, there are services departing from Derby station and arriving at Northwich station via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.
Derby to Northwich train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Derby station.
Derby to Northwich train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Greenbank station.
Book your Derby to Northwich train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, TransPennine Express and 2 other operators.
The distance between Derby and Northwich is 79.1 km. The road distance is 154 km.
You can take a train from Derby to Greenbank via Sheffield and Stockport in around 3h.