Blackburn to Derby by train

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Overview: trains from Blackburn to Derby

Find the key information for travelling by train from Blackburn to Derby, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 06:12 View journey
Last train 23:36 View journey
Avg changes 2
Fastest journey 2hr 35m View journey
Distance (km) 114
Trains / day 45 View all
Cheapest journey US$83.00 View journey
Avg journey time 3hr 19m
Train operators 10

Explore Blackburn to Derby by train

Thinking about travelling from Blackburn to Derby by train? Here’s everything you need to know to maximise your experience along this train journey.

Train ticket cost for journeys between Blackburn and Derby

Just like airline tickets, train fares vary by the operator, the number of stops, the time of day you travel, how far in advance you book and more. When it comes to timing, while the cheapest tickets on this route are typically US$83.00, when booked a month in advance, tickets costs an average of , and when purchased a week in advance, tickets increase to .

How to find cheap train tickets

Booking early nearly always keeps more money in your pocket, but there are other ways to save big on tickets. Refer to our cheap train ticket guide to make sure you make the most out of your travel budget.

Train schedule for travel between Blackburn and Derby

While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 45 trains make this journey of 114 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Blackburn is at 06:12 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 21:31.

During the weekend, 06:12 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 23:36 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 10 minutes.

Average train travel time and distance from Blackburn to Derby

On this route, the fastest trip lasts 2 hours and 35 minutes, spanning 114 kilometres in total.

When do tickets between Blackburn and Derby go on sale?

Travellers can book train journeys between Blackburn and Derby 4 months before the travel date. The earlier you book, the better the price. Stay informed about ticket availability by setting up a personalised booking alert with Rail Europe.

Making the most of your trip to Derby

For a seamless train journey, head to our extensive help articles. Start planning your trip and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Derby.

FAQs about the train journey from Blackburn to Derby

Want to know more about your journey from Blackburn to Derby? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The train journey between Blackburn and Derby spans 114 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.