The average train between Derby and Ormskirk takes 3h 1m and the fastest train takes 2h 19m. There is a train service every few hours from Derby to Ormskirk. 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 Ormskirk. 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 Ormskirk at 6:45 AM. All services require a transfer at Tamworth and take an average of 3h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Derby to Ormskirk? 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 Ormskirk. However, there are services departing from Derby station and arriving at Ormskirk station via Liverpool Lime Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.
Derby to Ormskirk train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Tamworth station.
Derby to Ormskirk train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Ormskirk station.
Book your Derby to Ormskirk train tickets online with Cross Country, Avanti West Coast and Merseyrail.
The distance between Derby and Ormskirk is 117.8 km. The road distance is 193 km.
You can take a train from Derby to Ormskirk via Tamworth, Liverpool Lime Street, and Liverpool Central in around 3h 34m.