The average train between Derby and Aintree takes 2h 38m and the fastest train takes 2h 6m. There is a train service every few hours from Derby to Aintree. 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 every 2 hours between Derby and Aintree. The earliest departure is at 7:13 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Derby is at 10:50 PM which arrives into Aintree at 6:19 AM. All services require a transfer at Tamworth and take an average of 2h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Derby to Aintree? 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 Derby to Aintree. However, there are services departing from Derby station and arriving at Aintree station via Liverpool Lime Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.
Derby to Aintree train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Tamworth station.
Derby to Aintree train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Liverpool Lime Street station.
Book your Derby to Aintree train tickets online with Cross Country, Avanti West Coast and Merseyrail.
The distance between Derby and Aintree is 115.4 km. The road distance is 182 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Tamworth to Liverpool Lime Street every 2 hours. Tickets cost £29–50 and the journey takes 1h 10m.