The average train between Derby and Carnforth takes 4h 11m and the fastest train takes 2h 59m. The train service runs several times per day from Derby to Carnforth. 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 Carnforth. The earliest departure is at 12:09 AM at night, and the last departure from Derby is at 9:33 PM which arrives into Carnforth at 7:02 AM. All services require a transfer at Sheffield and take an average of 4h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Derby to Carnforth. However, there are services departing from Derby station and arriving at Carnforth station via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.
Derby to Carnforth train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Derby station.
Derby to Carnforth train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Carnforth station.
Book your Derby to Carnforth train tickets online with Cross Country, East Midlands Railways and 2 other operators.
The distance between Derby and Carnforth is 159 km. The road distance is 220 km.
You can take a train from Derby to Carnforth via Sheffield and Manchester Oxford Road in around 3h 56m.