The average train between Preston and Derby takes 3h 2m and the fastest train takes 2h 29m. There is an hourly train service from Preston 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 hourly between Preston and Derby. The earliest departure is at 6:12 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Preston is at 11:34 PM which arrives into Derby at 9:52 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly 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 Preston to Derby. However, there are services departing from Preston station and arriving at Derby station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.
Preston to Derby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Derby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Derby station.
Book your Preston to Derby train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express and 2 other operators.
The distance between Preston and Derby is 124 km. The road distance is 176 km.
You can take a train from Preston to Derby via Manchester Piccadilly and Sheffield in around 2h 41m.
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