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Wellingborough Museum
Local history museum with displays on Wellingborough life, industry and archaeology inside a historic town-centre building.
Cheapest price
£19
Average price
£28
Fastest journey
45 m
Average duration
1 h
Trains per day
2
Distance
87 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Derby to Wellingborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Derby to Wellingborough will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £19.
Of the 2 trains that leave Derby for Wellingborough 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 87 km distance in an average of 1 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 45 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 14 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 Wellingborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £15.
Distance: 87 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£26 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 22m Average total duration Fastest 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 30m Average total duration 3h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Derby to Wellingborough trains for tomorrow, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 13:08 Derby | 1h14 | 14:22 Wellingborough | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:08 Derby | 0h45 | 17:53 Wellingborough | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Derby to Wellingborough run on average 6 times per day, taking around 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 22:08. The fastest train covers the 87 km distance in 45m.
Distance 87 km |
Average train duration 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 45m |
First train 0:06 |
Last train 22:08 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 2 days |
Discover the best of Wellingborough — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Wellingborough trip today.
Local history museum with displays on Wellingborough life, industry and archaeology inside a historic town-centre building.
Volunteer-run transport museum featuring buses, heritage vehicles and engineering displays at Sywell Aerodrome near Wellingborough.
Working heritage railway with a small museum collection, restored station buildings and nostalgic steam and diesel experiences.
Large country park around reservoirs with birdwatching, walking and cycling routes, popular for fresh air and waterside scenery.
Popular urban park with a splash area, play facilities, open lawns and regular events close to central Wellingborough.
Pleasant lakeside park offering accessible paths, wildlife, fishing areas and relaxed walking on the edge of town.
A Northamptonshire pork pie made with seasoned pork in hot-water crust pastry. It is a long-standing county speciality often eaten cold at pubs and picnics.
A soft yeasted fruit bun from Northamptonshire, dotted with currants and served split with butter. It is a traditional regional tea-time bake.
A local steamed suet pudding filled with bacon, onions and apples. It reflects older farmhouse cooking from the county and surrounding Midlands.
Well-known Turkish venue serving grilled meats, meze and generous portions in a lively, casual atmosphere.
Popular Indian restaurant known for reliable curries, tandoori dishes and a smart but relaxed setting in Wellingborough.
Canal-side pub and restaurant popular for British mains, Sunday lunch and drinks, with a traditional setting and waterside views.
Moderate for the UK. Dining and local transport are manageable, while hotels can rise on busy dates. Costs are lower than London but similar to other market towns.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. In cafés, tipping is optional.
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Wellingborough Railway Station, Wellingborough -> Wellingborough Town Centre, Wellingborough
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby to Wellingborough 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 Wellingborough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Derby to Wellingborough trains use the Derby to Wellingborough station pair. Use this guide to compare Derby and Wellingborough 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.
Wellingborough is 1 km from Wellingborough city centre. Public transport options include:
Wellingborough has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Wellingborough.
ATMs are available at Wellingborough.
Ticket office support is available at Wellingborough.
Available at Wellingborough: Parking, WC.
Available at Wellingborough: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wellingborough: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: A number of black cabs are available from the station front throughout the day. These are wheelchair accessible, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Additional Wheelchair available, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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