The average train between Lancashire and Derby takes 4h 4m and the fastest train takes 3h 19m. There is a train service every few hours from Lancashire 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.
Trains run hourly between Lancashire and Derby. The earliest departure is at 6:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lancashire is at 10:48 PM which arrives into Derby at 8:50 AM. All services require a transfer at Bolton and take an average of 4h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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3h 35m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Lancashire 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.
No, there is no direct train from Lancashire to Derby. However, there are services departing from Lancashire station and arriving at Derby station via Bolton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 4m.
Lancashire to Derby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Langho station.
Lancashire to Derby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Derby station.
Book your Lancashire to Derby train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, East Midlands Railways and 2 other operators.
The distance between Lancashire and Derby is 121.9 km. The road distance is 174 km.
You can take a train from Langho to Derby via Bolton, Manchester Oxford Road, and Sheffield in around 3h 6m.