The average train between Derby and Widnes takes 2h 7m and the fastest train takes 1h 48m. There is a train service every few hours from Derby to Widnes. 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 Widnes. 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 Widnes at 12:30 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Derby to Widnes. However, there are services departing from Derby station and arriving at Widnes station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 7m.
Derby to Widnes train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Derby station.
Derby to Widnes train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Crewe station.
Book your Derby to Widnes train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, West Midlands Trains and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Derby and Widnes is 97 km. The road distance is 117 km.
East Midlands Railways operates a train from Derby to Crewe hourly. Tickets cost £25–40 and the journey takes 1h 20m.