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Tamworth Castle Museum
Interactive local history museum inside Tamworth Castle, with displays on the town, the castle, and Staffordshire life.
Take a train from Derby to Wilnecote and enjoy the approximately 37 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 06:10, the last at 23:24.
Distance 37 km |
First train 6:10 |
Last train 23:24 |
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The table below shows live departures for Derby to Wilnecote trains for today, Thursday 8 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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![]() | 8:06 Derby | 0h23 | 8:29 Wilnecote | 0 changesdirect | |
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Interactive local history museum inside Tamworth Castle, with displays on the town, the castle, and Staffordshire life.
Working watermill with heritage displays and demonstrations beside the River Anker. A compact, interesting stop near Wilnecote.
Volunteer-run heritage centre at Polesworth Abbey Gatehouse, presenting local history, archaeology, and community exhibitions.
Large town park with castle views, riverside walks, gardens, and open lawns. Ideal for an easy stroll near Wilnecote.
Popular country park with lakes, woodland, and trails. Good for family walks, birdwatching, and relaxed outdoor time.
Canal-side walking route with locks, wildlife, and industrial heritage. A pleasant local favourite for gentle walks and cycling.
A Staffordshire oatcake is a soft savoury pancake, traditionally filled with cheese or bacon. It is a defining local speciality across nearby Staffordshire.
Lobby is a traditional Staffordshire stew of beef or lamb with potatoes and root vegetables, long linked to local working-class home cooking.
Meat and potato pie is a classic West Midlands comfort dish with pastry filled with beef and potato, widely eaten in pubs and homes around the area.
Established Indian restaurant in Tamworth known for classic curries, tandoori dishes and a comfortable dine-in atmosphere.
Popular pub and grill in Tamworth serving steaks, burgers and British mains in a relaxed modern setting.
Canal-side pub near Tamworth offering British favourites, grills and drinks in a spacious, casual setting.
Moderate for the UK Midlands. Pubs and cafés are fairly priced, local buses are reasonable, and nearby city hotels cost less than in larger UK tourist hubs.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service if not already added. Round up for taxis, and tipping in cafés is appreciated but not expected.
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Wilnecote (Staffs) Station -> Tamworth Railway Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby to Wilnecote 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 Wilnecote, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Derby to Wilnecote trains use the Derby to Tamworth station pair. Use this guide to compare Derby and Wilnecote 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.
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