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Marple Lock Flight
Sixteen restored canal locks rising through Marple. This impressive flight is central to the town’s industrial story and a rewarding walk.
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Overview: Train from Derby to Marple
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Derby to Marple run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 07:05, the last at 21:10. The fastest train covers the 65 km distance in 1h 24m.
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 65 km |
Average train duration 1h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 24m |
First train 7:05 |
Last train 21:10 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 7 days |
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
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Northern Rail operates all trains services from Derby to Marple.
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Train companies: Northern Rail from Derby to Marple trainsNorthern Rail trains will get you between Derby and Marple from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail
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 Northern Rail Duration
1h 24m
Cheapest Northern Rail Price
£15
Northern Rail frequency
3 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
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Things to do in Marple
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Lancashire Hotpot
A rich meat and potato stew from Greater Manchester, long linked with local mills and workers’ lunches. Best with pickled red cabbage or crusty bread.
Full English With Black Pudding
A hearty local breakfast of black pudding, bacon, sausage, eggs and toast. Black pudding is a long-standing North West staple.
Meat And Potato Pie
A baked savoury pie filled with meat and gravy, central to pub and chippy culture across Greater Manchester and Cheshire.
Royal Scott
Smart local Indian restaurant known for curries, grills and attentive service in a relaxed setting near the centre of Marple.
All Things Nice
Established café and restaurant popular for breakfast, lunch, cakes and coffee in a friendly, casual setting.
The Navigation
Traditional pub on the canal serving British favourites, cask ales and Sunday roasts with a warm village atmosphere.
British pound sterling (£)
Moderate for Greater Manchester. Dining and local transport are reasonable, but accommodation nearby can cost more than in smaller UK towns.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual for good service if not already added. Round up taxi fares. Café tips are small change only.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- Single hopper ticket
- Day pass
- .type Bus day ticket
To the city centre
Rose Hill Marple -> Manchester Piccadilly, Manchester
- Distance
- 1 km
- Travel time
- 27 min
- Contactless tap and go works on Bee Network buses and trams. For trains from Rose Hill Marple, buy before boarding where facilities are available.
- Use the Bee Network app for journey planning, live departures, and buying bus and tram tickets.
FAQs: Derby to Marple train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby to Marple 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 Marple, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Derby to Marple can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £15, while the average price tends to be around £23.
The train journey from Derby to Marple covers a distance of 65 km and takes approximately 1h 24m. Trains run 3 per day.
The train distance from Derby to Marple is 65 km.
The first train from Derby to Marple leaves at 7:05.
The last train from Derby to Marple departs at 21:10.
Trains from Derby to Marple run approximately 3 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Derby to Marple.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Derby to Marple.
There is no night train service from Derby to Marple.
The train station in Derby that goes to Marple is Derby station (DBY), and it arrives at Marple station (MPL).
Booking trains from Derby to Marple in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Derby to Marple.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Derby and Marple
Most Derby to Marple trains use the Derby to Marple station pair. Use this guide to compare Derby and Marple train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Derby
Arrival train stations in Marple
Which Derby station do trains to Marple leave from?
Trains from Derby to Marple leave from Derby. The station is 1 km from Derby city centre at Derby station, Railway Terrace, Derby, Derbyshire, DE1 2RU.
DerbyDerby station, Railway Terrace, Derby, Derbyshire, DE1 2RU+44 3457125678
City-centre transport
Getting to Derby from Derby city centre
Derby is 1 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus70A · 4m
Sky · 4m · £2 · every ~14 min
U1, Dp1 · 10m · £1 · every ~2 min
Derby train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Derby.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Derby.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Derby.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Derby: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Derby: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Which Marple station do trains from Derby arrive at?
Trains from Derby to Marple arrive at Marple. Marple is 1 km from Marple city centre.
MarpleMarple station, Brabyns Brow, Marple, Cheshire, SK6 7DA+44 8002006060
City-centre transport
Getting to Marple from Marple city centre
Bus394 · 2m · £7 · every ~1 min
Marple train station facilities and services
Marple has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Marple.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Marple.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Marple: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Marple: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Marple: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Lifts are now provided at this station, available from first to last train. Alternatively, level access from the car park into the ticket hall and onto Sheffield platform or, when the ticket hall is closed, through a 3ft wide gate to the left of the ticket hall onto the platform. For Manchester platform turn right from ticket hall entrance onto Sheffield platform and walk 33 paces to the footbridge, up 20 steps and across the footbridge (15 paces) and down 20 steps onto the platform, 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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