Derby to Liverpool by train

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Overview: trains from Derby to Liverpool

Find the key information for travelling by train from Derby to Liverpool, 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 00:27 View journey
Last train 23:47 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 1hr 53m View journey
Distance (km) 115
Trains / day 43 View all
Cheapest journey €28.11 View journey
Avg journey time 2hr 33m
Train operators 9

Travelling from Derby to Liverpool by train

Want to know how to get from Derby to Liverpool by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Derby to Liverpool take around 1 hour and 53 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 115 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Derby is scheduled to depart at around  00:27. The last departure is usually at around 22:31 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Derby at around 06:10, with the last train leaving at around 23:47. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 43 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 2 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €28.15.

We think any time is a great time to visit Liverpool, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Liverpool.

Is there a direct train from Derby to Liverpool?

The journey between Derby and Liverpool usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Derby to Liverpool every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Derby to Liverpool?

The Derby to Liverpool train travel takes about 1 hour and 53 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Derby to Liverpool train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Liverpool leaving Derby at around 00:27 and the last train leaving at around 22:31 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Derby at around 06:10, with the final departure at 23:47.

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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.