The average train between Derby and Windermere takes 4h 36m and the fastest train takes 3h 7m. The train service runs several times per day from Derby to Windermere. 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 4 hours between Derby and Windermere. 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 Windermere at 7:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 4h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Derby to Windermere? 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 Windermere. However, there are services departing from Derby station and arriving at Windermere station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.
Derby to Windermere train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Derby station.
Derby to Windermere train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Oxenholme Lake District station.
Book your Derby to Windermere train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, Avanti West Coast and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Derby and Windermere is 187.4 km. The road distance is 243 km.
You can take a train from Derby to Windermere via Crewe and Oxenholme Lake District in around 4h 37m.