The average train between Derby and St Helens takes 3h 6m and the fastest train takes 2h 19m. There is a train service every few hours from Derby to St Helens. 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 St Helens. 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 St Helens at 5:51 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 3h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 34m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Derby to St Helens? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Derby to St Helens. However, there are services departing from Derby station and arriving at Wigan North Western station via Crewe station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.
Derby to St Helens train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Derby station.
Derby to St Helens train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Wigan North Western station.
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The distance between Derby and St Helens is 102.2 km. The road distance is 131 km.
You can take a train from Derby to St Helens Central via Crewe and Wigan North Western in around 2h 55m.