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The cheapest and fastest trains from Derby station (DBY) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Showing times and prices for 20 Dec
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£32
Fastest journey
1 h 32 m
Average duration
1 h 36 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
81 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Derby station (DBY) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Derby station (DBY) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
Fast trains
Of the 5 trains that leave Derby station (DBY) for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 81 km distance in an average of 1 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 32 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 37 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.
16:281h37
Derby station (DBY)18:05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£141One-way
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10:281h37
Derby station (DBY)12:05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£231One-way
0 changes
08:281h37
Derby station (DBY)10:05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£411One-way
0 changes
10:001h35
Derby station (DBY)11:35Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£411One-way
0 changes
07:471h32
Derby station (DBY)09:19Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£421One-way
0 changes
07:471h32
Derby station (DBY)09:19Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£421One-way
0 changes
10:001h35
Derby station (DBY)11:35Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£411One-way
0 changes
10:281h37
Derby station (DBY)12:05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£231One-way
0 changes
16:281h37
Derby station (DBY)18:05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£141One-way
0 changes
08:281h37
Derby station (DBY)10:05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
£411One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Derby station (DBY) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Derby station (DBY) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 81 km
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£32 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 36m Average total duration 3h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Derby station (DBY) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Derby station (DBY) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains for today, Friday 19 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 08:21
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 13:12 Derby station (DBY) | 1h53 | 15:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:11 Derby station (DBY) | 1h54 | 18:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 20 December | |||||
| 07:47 Derby station (DBY) | 1h32 | 09:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Derby station (DBY) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Derby station (DBY) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:10, the last at 20:47. The fastest train covers the 81 km distance in 1h 32m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £8
Distance 81 km |
Average train duration 1h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 32m |
First train 06:10 |
Last train 20:47 |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £8
Train companies: East Midlands Trains, TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3), Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country from Derby station (DBY) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsEast Midlands Trains, TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3), Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Derby station (DBY) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
East Midlands Trains
About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 32m
Cheapest Price
£31
East Midlands Trains frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone
TransPennine Express
About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 33m
Cheapest Price
£14
TransPennine Express frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
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 0m
Cheapest Price
£20
Northern Rail (3) frequency
2 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
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Avanti West Coast frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
CrossCountry
About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 59m
Cheapest Price
£41
CrossCountry frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone
east_midlands_trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 31m
Cheapest Price
£32
east_midlands_trains frequency
17 a day
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 35m
Cheapest Price
£51
Cross Country frequency
8 a day
FAQs: Derby station (DBY) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby station (DBY) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Yes, a day trip from Derby to Manchester Piccadilly is feasible. The journey takes 1h 32m and covers a distance of 81 km. There are 8 trains per day.
The train journey from Derby to Manchester Piccadilly offers a variety of scenic views, including glimpses of the picturesque Peak District, rolling countryside, and charming villages, making it a pleasant visual experience for travellers.
Booking trains from Derby station (DBY) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Derby station (DBY) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is 81 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Derby station (DBY) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £14, while the average price tends to be around £32.
The cheapest way to get from Derby station (DBY) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is by coach, costing approximately £8.
The train journey from Derby station (DBY) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) covers a distance of 81 km and takes approximately 1h 32m. Trains run 8 per day.
The first train from Derby station (DBY) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) leaves at 6:10.
The last train from Derby station (DBY) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) departs at 20:47.
Trains from Derby station (DBY) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run approximately 8 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Derby station (DBY) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Derby station (DBY) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
To get from Derby station (DBY) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Derby station (DBY) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
There is no night train service from Derby station (DBY) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Derby station (DBY) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Derby
Manchester
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 Manchester.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rentalinformation
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 Manchester is Manchester Piccadilly. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Piccadilly for your journey to Manchester from Derby.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalCar Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Wifi
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
Lockers
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Dining
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
Accessibility
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Hotel
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Information Desk
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Public transport options for Manchester Piccadilly
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
Most popular train connections from Derby station (DBY)
Most popular trains to and from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Derby station (DBY)
Most popular train connections to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
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