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Lynn Museum
Town museum with exhibits on local history and Seahenge, making it one of the best places to understand the area's ancient past.
The table below shows live departures for Derby to Kings Lynn trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 13:32 Derby | 3h03 | 16:35 Kings Lynn | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Derby to Kings Lynn run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:44, the last at 20:32. The fastest train covers the 127 km distance in 3h 3m.
Distance 127 km |
Average train duration 2h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 3m |
First train 4:44 |
Last train 20:32 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Kings Lynn — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Kings Lynn trip today.
Town museum with exhibits on local history and Seahenge, making it one of the best places to understand the area's ancient past.
Museum in a former union chapel exploring King's Lynn's maritime trade, civic history and changing life by the waterfront.
Restored fishermen's cottages with displays on working life in the old North End, giving a rare look at local domestic history.
Long riverside walk and open green space beside the Great Ouse, popular for views, fresh air and an easy town-centre stroll.
Historic market area surrounded by civic buildings and shops, still central to daily life and a good base for sightseeing.
Historic pedestrian street lined with timber-framed and Georgian buildings, ideal for exploring the character of old King's Lynn.
Cromer crab from the north Norfolk coast, prized for sweet white and brown meat. Commonly served simply dressed to showcase a classic local catch.
Samphire gathered from Norfolk salt marshes, usually steamed or served with butter alongside fish. It is a long-standing coastal ingredient in local cooking.
A traditional Norfolk cheese made from cow’s milk, often with a crumbly texture and gentle tang. It reflects the county’s long dairy heritage.
Popular modern Turkish restaurant serving grilled meats, meze and seafood in a smart but relaxed setting near the town centre.
Well-known riverside pub and restaurant with British dishes, steaks and seafood. Traditional atmosphere with views over the Great Ouse.
Historic inn with a traditional British menu, real ales and a characterful dining room close to the waterfront and old town streets.
Moderate for England: rooms and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local buses and casual meals remain fairly manageable for visitors.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis, and tipping in cafés is optional.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby to Kings Lynn 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 Kings Lynn, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Derby to Kings Lynn trains use the Derby to Kings Lynn station pair. Use this guide to compare Derby and Kings Lynn train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Derby is 1 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Derby.
ATMs are available at Derby.
Ticket office support is available at Derby.
Available at Derby: Parking, WC.
Available at Derby: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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.
Kings Lynn has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Kings Lynn.
Wi-Fi is available at Kings Lynn. ATMs are available at Kings Lynn.
Ticket office support is available at Kings Lynn.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Kings Lynn: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Kings Lynn: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kings Lynn: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is on the bridge outside the ticket office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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