4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Derby to Lincoln
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£16
Fastest journey
1 h 37 m
Average duration
1 h 39 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
71 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Derby to Lincoln is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Derby to Lincoln will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
Of the 2 trains that leave Derby for Lincoln every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 71 km distance in an average of 1 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 37 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Derby to Lincoln
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Derby to Lincoln among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 37m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £6, and a coach costs an average of £11.
Distance: 71 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£13 Average Price Cheapest | £19 Average Price |
2h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration 3h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Derby to Lincoln train times
The table below shows live departures for Derby to Lincoln trains for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:59 Derby | 1h31 | 14:30 Lincoln | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:57 Derby | 1h32 | 20:29 Lincoln | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Derby to Lincoln
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Trains from Derby to Lincoln run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:10, the last at 22:20. The fastest train covers the 71 km distance in 1h 27m.
Distance 71 km |
Average train duration 1h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 27m |
First train 04:10 |
Last train 22:20 |
Train companies: East Midlands Trains, Northern Rail (3) from Derby to Lincoln trainsEast Midlands Trains, Northern Rail (3) trains will get you between Derby and Lincoln from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Northern Rail (3)
FAQs: Derby to Lincoln train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby to Lincoln 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 Lincoln, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Derby and Lincoln
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:55 - 22:45 Saturday 04:55 - 22:45 Sunday 06:20 - 23:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Located in North Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the rear of the station, at the Pride Park exit
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWC
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 19:30 Saturday 05:00 - 19:30 Sunday 10:30 - 21:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station. This station has step free access to all platforms. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edges of the platforms.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: all cabs on station rank are wheelchair accessible
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Fastticket
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Between station front and St Marys Church
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Outside the front of the station.
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