The average train between Derby and Lanark takes 5h 59m and the fastest train takes 5h 53m. The train service runs several times per day from Derby to Lanark. 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 twice daily between Derby and Lanark. The earliest departure is at 2:42 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Derby is at 4:45 PM which arrives into Lanark at 10:42 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Derby to Lanark. However, there are services departing from Derby station and arriving at Lanark station via Motherwell. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 59m.
Derby to Lanark train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Derby station.
Derby to Lanark train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Motherwell station.
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The distance between Derby and Lanark is 340.3 km. The road distance is 568 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Derby to Motherwell twice daily. Tickets cost £170–260 and the journey takes 5h 12m.