The average train between Derby and Blackpool takes 3h 5m and the fastest train takes 2h 32m. There is a train service every few hours from Derby to Blackpool. 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 Derby and Blackpool. The earliest departure is at 6:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Derby is at 9:48 PM which arrives into Blackpool at 12:20 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 3h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Derby to Blackpool? 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 Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Derby station and arriving at Blackpool station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 5m.
Derby to Blackpool train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Derby station.
Derby to Blackpool train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Preston station.
Book your Derby to Blackpool train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, Avanti West Coast and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Derby and Blackpool is 144.1 km. The road distance is 191 km.
You can take a train from Derby to Blackpool North via Crewe and Preston in around 3h 11m.