The average train between Kendal and Derby takes 4h 37m and the fastest train takes 3h 20m. There is a train service every few hours from Kendal to Derby. 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 Kendal and Derby. The earliest departure is at 6:56 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kendal is at 10:01 PM which arrives into Derby at 8:50 AM. All services require a transfer at Oxenholme Lake District and take an average of 4h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Kendal to Derby? 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 Kendal to Derby. However, there are services departing from Kendal station and arriving at Derby station via Manchester Oxford Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.
Kendal to Derby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Oxenholme Lake District station.
Kendal to Derby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Derby station.
Book your Kendal to Derby train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express and 2 other operators.
The distance between Kendal and Derby is 177.2 km. The road distance is 244 km.
You can take a train from Kendal to Derby via Oxenholme Lake District, Manchester Oxford Road, and Sheffield in around 3h 52m.