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Trip Overview

The average train between Carlisle and Derby takes 3h 38m and the fastest train takes 3h 9m. There is a train service every few hours from Carlisle 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.

3h 38m
Duration
191 mi
Distance
£67
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Carlisle to Derby train times

Trains run hourly between Carlisle and Derby. The earliest departure is at 2:54 AM at night, and the last departure from Carlisle is at 6:51 PM which arrives into Derby at 10:31 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways3h 12m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways3h 13m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways3h 13m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways3h 12m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperEast Midlands Railways4h 39m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways3h 36m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways3h 33m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways3h 30m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperEast Midlands Railways4h 45m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways3h 36m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways3h 33m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways3h 30m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperEast Midlands Railways4h 45m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways3h 36m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways3h 33m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways3h 30m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperEast Midlands Railways4h 45m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways3h 36m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways3h 33m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways3h 30m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperEast Midlands Railways4h 45m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways3h 36m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways3h 33m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways3h 30m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperEast Midlands Railways4h 45m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways3h 36m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways3h 35m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways3h 30m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Carlisle 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 Carlisle to Derby.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 190.6 mi
  • Duration: 3h 38m

What companies run services between Carlisle, England and Derby, England?

You can take a train from Carlisle to Derby via Crewe in around 3h 57m.

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