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The cheapest and fastest trains from Derby to Knottingley
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£31
Average price
£33
Fastest journey
1 h 54 m
Average duration
2 h 18 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
89 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Derby to Knottingley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Derby to Knottingley will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £31.
Fast trains
To travel from Derby to Knottingley you need to make at least one change.

00:096h53
Derby07:02Knottingley
£311One-way
2 changes

06:542h40
Derby09:34Knottingley
£331One-way
2 changes

09:122h23
Derby11:35Knottingley
£331One-way
2 changes

14:122h22
Derby16:34Knottingley
£331One-way
2 changes

15:102h24
Derby17:34Knottingley
£331One-way
2 changes

17:171h54
Derby19:11Knottingley
£791One-way
1 change

14:122h22
Derby16:34Knottingley
£331One-way
2 changes

09:122h23
Derby11:35Knottingley
£331One-way
2 changes

15:102h24
Derby17:34Knottingley
£331One-way
2 changes

10:452h25
Derby13:10Knottingley
£791One-way
1 change
Live departures
Derby to Knottingley train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 03:30
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:45 Derby | 2h27 | 14:12 Knottingley | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:45 Derby | 2h26 | 15:11 Knottingley | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:00 Derby | 2h35 | 15:35 Knottingley | 2 changes | |
![]() | 13:45 Derby | 2h26 | 16:11 Knottingley | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:12 Derby | 2h22 | 16:34 Knottingley | 2 changes | |
![]() | 00:09 Derby | 6h53 | 07:02 Knottingley | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Derby to Knottingley
Trains from Derby to Knottingley run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 89 km |
Average train duration 1h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 54m |
First train 06:14 |
Last train 19:40 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), east_midlands_trains, Cross Country from Derby to Knottingley trainsNorthern Rail (3), east_midlands_trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Derby and Knottingley from £31. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 4m
Cheapest Price
£45
Northern Rail (3) frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
east_midlands_trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 22m
Cheapest Price
£31
east_midlands_trains frequency
4 a day
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 54m
Cheapest Price
£59
Cross Country frequency
12 a day
FAQs: Derby to Knottingley train
FAQs: Travel by train from Derby to Knottingley easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Derby to Knottingley.

The train distance from Derby to Knottingley is 89 km.
The train journey from Derby to Knottingley covers a distance of 89 km and takes approximately 1h 54m. Trains run 6 per day.
The first train from Derby to Knottingley leaves at 6:14.
The last train from Derby to Knottingley departs at 19:40.
Booking trains from Derby to Knottingley in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Derby to Knottingley can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £31, while the average price tends to be around £64.
The cheapest way to get from Derby to Knottingley is by train, costing approximately £31.
Trains from Derby to Knottingley run approximately 6 times per day.
The train station in Derby that goes to Knottingley is Derby station (DBY), and it arrives at Knottingley station (KNO).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Derby to Knottingley.
There is no night train service from Derby to Knottingley.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Derby to Knottingley.
Yes, you can take the train from Derby to Knottingley.
To travel from Derby to Knottingley, you can take a train.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Derby and Knottingley
Derby
Knottingley
The major train station for departures in Derby is Derby. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Derby for your trip from Derby to Knottingley.
Amenities at train station
information
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:55 - 22:45 Saturday 04:55 - 22:45 Sunday 06:20 - 23:00
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, Platform 2/3 and Platform 4/6. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1, Platform 2/3 and Platform 4/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from Customer Reception upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Located in North Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Derby
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the rear of the station, at the Pride Park exit
The major train station for arrivals in Knottingley is Knottingley. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Knottingley for your journey to Knottingley from Derby.
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