4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Carlisle to Derby
Cheapest price
£63
Average price
£79
Fastest journey
3 h 28 m
Average duration
3 h 39 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
239 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Carlisle to Derby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Carlisle to Derby will cost around £79 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £63.
To travel from Carlisle to Derby you need to make at least one change.
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G0117016:175h08Carlisle station (CAR)21:25Derby station (DBY)£631One-way1 change
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C2129118:083h34Carlisle station (CAR)21:42Derby station (DBY)£681One-way1 change- W33999+C2129217:113h28Carlisle station (CAR)20:39Derby station (DBY)£851One-way1 change
- W00587+C2129416:073h33Carlisle station (CAR)19:40Derby station (DBY)£851One-way1 change
- W34195+C2122418:463h56Carlisle station (CAR)22:42Derby station (DBY)£851One-way1 change
- W33999+C2129217:113h28Carlisle station (CAR)20:39Derby station (DBY)£851One-way1 change
- W00587+C2129416:073h33Carlisle station (CAR)19:40Derby station (DBY)£851One-way1 change
- W34268+C2129118:083h34Carlisle station (CAR)21:42Derby station (DBY)£681One-way1 change
W84873+C04382 · W7075218:343h45Carlisle station (CAR)22:19Derby station (DBY)£851One-way2 changes- W34195+C2122418:463h56Carlisle station (CAR)22:42Derby station (DBY)£851One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Carlisle to Derby
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Carlisle to Derby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 239 km
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4h 23m Average total duration Fastest 3h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 20m Average total duration 5h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Carlisle to Derby train times
The table below shows live departures for Carlisle to Derby trains for today, Thursday 9 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 8:08 Carlisle | 3h33 | 11:41 Derby | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:07 Carlisle | 3h23 | 12:30 Derby | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Carlisle to Derby by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Carlisle to Derby
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Trains from Carlisle to Derby run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 20:08. The fastest train covers the 239 km distance in 3h 14m.
Distance 239 km |
Average train duration 3h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 14m |
First train 0:09 |
Last train 20:08 |
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Train companies: Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express from Carlisle to Derby trainsAvanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Carlisle and Derby from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Carlisle to Derby train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carlisle to Derby by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Derby, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Carlisle and Derby
Most Carlisle to Derby trains use the Carlisle to Derby station pair. Use this guide to compare Carlisle and Derby train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Carlisle station do trains to Derby leave from?
Getting to Carlisle from Carlisle city centre
Carlisle train station facilities and services
Carlisle has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Carlisle.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Carlisle.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Carlisle. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Carlisle: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Carlisle: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Carlisle: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform Lifts available to platforms via subway. Alternatively there is a ramped footbridge. Staff are available to assist on request, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Derby station do trains from Carlisle arrive at?
Getting to Derby from Derby city centre
Derby is 1 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Derby train station facilities and services
Derby has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Derby.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Derby.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Derby.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Derby: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Derby: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Derby: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A step free station. This station has step free access. There are lifts to all platforms. There is a subway to platforms 2,3,4 and 5. Platforms 6 and 7 are accessed by lift only. This station has tactile paving at the edges of all platforms and at the foot and top of stairwells, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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