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Lanark to Derby trains

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The average train between Lanark and Derby takes 6h 17m and the fastest train takes 4h 57m. The train service runs several times per day from Lanark to Derby. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

6h 17m
Duration
295 mi
Distance
£104
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train via Preston

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  1. Take the train from Motherwell to Prestontrain train
  2. Take the train from Preston to Crewetrain train
  3. Take the train from Crewe to Derbytrain train
6h 22m
£67–167

Lanark to Derby train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Lanark and Derby. The earliest departure is at 6:21 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lanark is at 11:51 PM which arrives into Derby at 10:40 AM. All services require a transfer at Motherwell and take an average of 6h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways10h 49m • 3 changes

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    ScotRailLumoAvanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways5h 20m • 3 changes

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways5h 19m • 3 changes

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways5h 19m • 3 changes

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways5h 41m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    ScotRailLumoAvanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways5h 20m • 3 changes

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways5h 19m • 3 changes

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways5h 19m • 3 changes

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways5h 41m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    ScotRailLumoAvanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways5h 20m • 3 changes

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways5h 19m • 3 changes

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways5h 19m • 3 changes

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways5h 41m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    ScotRailLumoAvanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways5h 20m • 3 changes

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways5h 19m • 3 changes

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways5h 19m • 3 changes

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways5h 41m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways5h 19m • 3 changes

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    ScotRailTransPennine ExpressAvanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways5h 49m • 3 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Lanark to Derby? 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 Lanark to Derby.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 295.1 mi
  • Duration: 6h 17m

What companies run services between Lanark, Scotland and Derby, England?

You can take a train from Lanark to Derby via Motherwell, Preston, and Crewe in around 6h 22m.

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