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Gladstone Pottery Museum
A former working pottery factory with kilns, workshops and live craft demonstrations. It gives the clearest introduction to Longton's ceramics heritage.
Cheapest price on 15 Oct
£9
Average ticket price on 15 Oct
£10
Fastest journey on 15 Oct
42 m
Average journey duration on 15 Oct
43 m
Trains on 15 Oct
6
Distance
45 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Derby to Longton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Derby to Longton will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
On Thu 15 Oct, we found 6 trains from Derby to Longton, including 6 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 45 km distance in an average of 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 42 m .
The slowest trains will take 43 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.
C21327
C21326
C21331
C21330
C21328
C21331
C21327
C21326
C21330
C21328Trains from Derby to Longton run on average 5 times per day, taking around 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:24, the last at 21:57. The fastest train covers the 45 km distance in 42m.
Distance 45 km |
Average train duration 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 42m |
First train 6:24 |
Last train 21:57 |
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The table below shows live departures for Derby to Longton trains for today, Wednesday 14 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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C21323 | On time 21:48 Derby station (DBY) | 0h41 | 22:29 Longton station (LGN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 15 October | |||||
C21331 | 13:26 Derby station (DBY) | 0h42 | 14:08 Longton station (LGN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21330 | 14:26 Derby station (DBY) | 0h43 | 15:09 Longton station (LGN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21329 | 15:26 Derby station (DBY) | 0h43 | 16:09 Longton station (LGN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21328 | 16:26 Derby station (DBY) | 0h43 | 17:09 Longton station (LGN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21327 | 17:26 Derby station (DBY) | 0h43 | 18:09 Longton station (LGN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21326 | 18:26 Derby station (DBY) | 0h43 | 19:09 Longton station (LGN) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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A former working pottery factory with kilns, workshops and live craft demonstrations. It gives the clearest introduction to Longton's ceramics heritage.
A small heritage museum preserving local railway history, signalling artefacts and model displays. It suits visitors interested in transport and industry.
A local museum and historic house with ceramics, period rooms and changing displays. It adds social history context to the story of the Potteries.
Longton's main central street lined with civic buildings, shops and bus links. It is the best area for a first walk through the historic town centre.
A large park with sports facilities, open lawns and a lake area. It offers a relaxed break from the town centre and is popular with local walkers.
A pleasant canalside walking route with towpaths, locks and pottery-era scenery. It is ideal for a gentle local walk and photography.
A Staffordshire oatcake is a soft savoury pancake made from oatmeal, flour and yeast, often filled with cheese or bacon. It is a defining Potteries staple.
Lobby is a traditional Staffordshire one-pot stew of beef or lamb with potatoes, carrots and onions, valued as hearty working-class comfort food.
This local breakfast favourite pairs a Staffordshire oatcake with bacon, sausage, cheese or egg. It is widely eaten across Stoke-on-Trent and Longton.
Popular local oatcake shop serving classic Staffordshire oatcakes with varied fillings in a simple, casual setting.
Established Indian restaurant known for curries and tandoori dishes, with a smart yet comfortable atmosphere.
Well-known traditional pub and dining venue serving British classics, grills and Sunday roasts in a relaxed setting.
Moderate for the UK. Longton is usually cheaper than major tourist cities for hotels and dining, while local buses and everyday costs stay fairly manageable.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby to Longton 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 Longton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Derby to Longton trains use the Derby to Longton station pair. Use this guide to compare Derby and Longton 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.
Longton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Longton.
Available at Longton: Parking.
Available at Longton: Bike Parking.
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