The average train between Ormskirk and Derby takes 3h 2m and the fastest train takes 2h 30m. The train service runs several times per day from Ormskirk 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 Ormskirk and Derby. The earliest departure is at 6:21 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ormskirk is at 11:36 PM which arrives into Derby at 7:41 AM. All services require a transfer at Liverpool Central and take an average of 3h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Ormskirk to Derby. However, there are services departing from Ormskirk station and arriving at Derby station via Liverpool Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.
Ormskirk to Derby train services, operated by Merseyrail, depart from Ormskirk station.
Ormskirk to Derby train services, operated by Merseyrail, arrive at Tamworth station.
Book your Ormskirk to Derby train tickets online with Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast and Cross Country.
The distance between Ormskirk and Derby is 117.8 km. The road distance is 193 km.
You can take a train from Ormskirk to Derby via Liverpool Central, Liverpool Lime Street, and Tamworth High Level in around 3h 38m.