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Derby to Liverpool by train
It takes an average of 3h 48m to travel from Derby to Liverpool by train, over a distance of around 72 miles (116 km). There are normally 164 trains per day traveling from Derby to Liverpool and tickets for this journey start from $16.97 when you book in advance.
| First train | 3:47 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 12:26 am | |
| Departure station | Derby | |
| Arrival station | Liverpool | |
| Journey time | From 1h 42m | |
| Distance | 72 miles (116 km) | |
| Frequency | 164 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From $16.97 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Merseyrail, Transport for Wales |
Travel from Derby to Liverpool by train in 1 hour 42 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from Derby to Liverpool by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Derby to Liverpool by train is 3 hours 48 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 1 hour 42 minutes. You'll usually find 164 trains per day traveling the 116 km between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there are no direct services to Liverpool.
Book train tickets from Derby to Liverpool in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from $16.97. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices when you search in our Journey Planner.
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Cheap train tickets from Derby to Liverpool
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Derby to Liverpool is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
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