The average train between Blackpool and Derby takes 3h 50m and the fastest train takes 3h 20m. There is an hourly train service from Blackpool 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 Blackpool and Derby. The earliest departure is at 5:22 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Blackpool is at 11:22 PM which arrives into Derby at 7:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 3h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Derby. However, there are services departing from Blackpool station and arriving at Derby station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.
Blackpool to Derby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Blackpool North station.
Blackpool to Derby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Derby station.
Book your Blackpool to Derby train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express and 2 other operators.
The distance between Blackpool and Derby is 144.1 km. The road distance is 204 km.
You can take a train from Blackpool North to Derby via Manchester Piccadilly and Sheffield in around 3h 7m.