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Compare train for Derby to Helsby
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Derby to Helsby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £68 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 12m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £68, while a train costs an average of £68.
Distance: 95 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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£68 Average Price Cheapest | £18 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around £68 compared to roughly £18 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-49.79. The journey takes 1h 42m versus 1h 35m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Derby to Helsby
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Trains from Derby to Helsby run on average 16 times per day, taking around 1h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 95 km distance in 2h 33m.
Distance 95 km |
Average train duration 1h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 2h 33m |
First train 0:09 |
Last train 23:40 |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country from Derby to Helsby trainsEast Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Derby and Helsby from £40. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Derby to Helsby train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby to Helsby 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 Helsby, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Derby and Helsby
Most Derby to Helsby trains use the Derby to Helsby station pair. Use this guide to compare Derby and Helsby train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Derby station do trains to Helsby leave from?
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.
Which Helsby station do trains from Derby arrive at?
Getting to Helsby from Helsby city centre
Helsby train station facilities and services
Helsby has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Helsby.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Helsby: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Helsby: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Helsby: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B3. Step free access to the platform from the car park. Platforms 2, 3 and 4 are only accessible via the footbridge, 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 ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only. Ticket machine is on Chester-bound platform, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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