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Mansfield Museum
Local heritage museum in Mansfield Forum showcasing the town's social and industrial past through compact displays and archives.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£9
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£9
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 20 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 20 m
Trains on 18 Sept
1
Distance
33 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Derby to Mansfield Woodhouse is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Derby to Mansfield Woodhouse will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 1 trains from Derby to Mansfield Woodhouse, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 33 km distance in an average of 1 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 20 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Derby to Mansfield Woodhouse among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 40m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, while a train costs an average of £20.
Distance: 33 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£20 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest | £7 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 28m Average total duration 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Derby to Mansfield Woodhouse:
A coach is £12 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Derby to Mansfield Woodhouse costing on average £20.
Other travel options to Mansfield Woodhouse take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 58m.
Tickets start at around £20 compared to roughly £7 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-13.08. The journey takes 1h 10m versus 45m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Trains from Derby to Mansfield Woodhouse run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:27, the last at 23:10. The fastest train covers the 33 km distance in 1h 7m.
Distance 33 km |
Average train duration 1h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 7m |
First train 4:27 |
Last train 23:10 |
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Discover the best of Mansfield Woodhouse — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Mansfield Woodhouse trip today.
Local heritage museum in Mansfield Forum showcasing the town's social and industrial past through compact displays and archives.
Volunteer-run railway museum and heritage centre at Shirebrook, with restored stock, railway memorabilia and occasional train running days.
Small local museum in Edwinstowe exploring village history, Sherwood connections and changing life on the edge of the forest.
Broad public park in Mansfield with formal gardens, a lake, sports facilities and easy paths for a relaxed walk close to the centre.
Woodland and former railway route north of Mansfield, popular for walking, cycling and quiet green views near Mansfield Woodhouse.
Large country park with lakes, sculpture and accessible paths, offering one of the best nearby open-air walking areas for all ages.
A Nottinghamshire staple of pork pie filled with seasoned cured pork in a hot-water crust. It is tied to nearby Melton Mowbray traditions popular across the area.
Slices of cured pork loin, often served with chips, peas and gravy. It is a classic East Midlands butchers’ and café dish eaten widely in the Mansfield area.
A traditional British pudding of suet pastry with steak and kidney filling, steamed until rich and hearty. It suits the region’s cold-weather pub cooking.
Established Indian restaurant known locally for curries, tandoori dishes and friendly service in a casual dine-in atmosphere.
Popular Turkish and Mediterranean restaurant serving grilled meats, kebabs and mezze in a modern, family-friendly space.
Traditional pub and dining venue in Mansfield Woodhouse serving British mains, grills and Sunday roasts in a relaxed local setting.
Moderate for the UK. Dining and local transport are fairly affordable, while hotel prices are usually lower than in major cities such as London or Manchester.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Cafes usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby to Mansfield Woodhouse 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 Mansfield Woodhouse, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Derby to Mansfield Woodhouse trains use the Derby to Mansfield Woodhouse station pair. Use this guide to compare Derby and Mansfield Woodhouse 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.
Mansfield Woodhouse has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Mansfield Woodhouse.
Available at Mansfield Woodhouse: Parking.
Available at Mansfield Woodhouse: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mansfield Woodhouse: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B Ramped access to both platforms via ramped footbridge, ramps are of a shallow gradient. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: ABC 01623 654321, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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