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The cheapest and fastest trains from Derby to Windermere
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£81
Average price
£112
Fastest journey
3 h 2 m
Average duration
3 h 8 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
188 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Derby to Windermere is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Derby to Windermere will cost around £112 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £81.
Fast trains
To travel from Derby to Windermere you need to make at least 2 changes.

06:453h56
Derby10:41Windermere
£811One-way
2 changes

15:453h57
Derby19:42Windermere
£811One-way
2 changes

07:463h54
Derby11:40Windermere
£1321One-way
2 changes

09:473h11
Derby12:58Windermere
£1321One-way
2 changes

10:473h07
Derby13:54Windermere
£1321One-way
2 changes

15:473h02
Derby18:49Windermere
£1321One-way
2 changes

13:483h04
Derby16:52Windermere
£1321One-way
2 changes

10:473h07
Derby13:54Windermere
£1321One-way
2 changes

09:473h11
Derby12:58Windermere
£1321One-way
2 changes

14:473h14
Derby18:01Windermere
£1321One-way
2 changes
Live departures
Derby to Windermere train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 03:32
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 06:45 Derby | 3h56 | 10:41 Windermere | 2 changes | |
![]() | 07:46 Derby | 3h54 | 11:40 Windermere | 2 changes | |
![]() | 09:47 Derby | 3h11 | 12:58 Windermere | 2 changes | |
![]() | 10:47 Derby | 3h07 | 13:54 Windermere | 2 changes | |
![]() | 13:48 Derby | 3h04 | 16:52 Windermere | 2 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Derby to Windermere
Trains from Derby to Windermere run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £82 if you book in advance.
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 188 km |
Average train duration 2h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £82 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 8m |
First train 06:10 |
Last train 19:48 |
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
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country from Derby to Windermere trainsAvanti West Coast, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Derby and Windermere from £82. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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
Average Duration
3h 11m
Cheapest Price
£30
Avanti West Coast frequency
2 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
east_midlands_trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 2m
Cheapest Price
£61
east_midlands_trains frequency
8 a day
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 56m
Cheapest Price
£81
Cross Country frequency
1 a day
FAQs: Derby to Windermere train
FAQs: Travel by train from Derby to Windermere easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Derby to Windermere.

The train distance from Derby to Windermere is 188 km.
The train journey from Derby to Windermere covers a distance of 188 km and takes approximately 3h 8m. Trains run 4 per day.
The first train from Derby to Windermere leaves at 6:10.
The last train from Derby to Windermere departs at 19:48.
Trains from Derby to Windermere run approximately 4 times per day.
Booking trains from Derby to Windermere in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Derby to Windermere.
There is no night train service from Derby to Windermere.
The cost of a train ticket from Derby to Windermere can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £82, while the average price tends to be around £82.
The cheapest way to get from Derby to Windermere is by train, costing approximately £82.
The train station in Derby that goes to Windermere is Derby station (DBY), and it arrives at Windermere station (WDM).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Derby to Windermere.
Yes, you can take the train from Derby to Windermere.
To travel from Derby to Windermere, you can take a train.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Derby and Windermere
Derby
Windermere
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 Windermere.
Amenities at train station
information
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 Windermere is Windermere. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Windermere for your journey to Windermere from Derby.
Amenities at train station
information
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:40 - 20:45 Sunday 11:10 - 20:40
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Level access to platform
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: On Station Forecourt
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Windermere
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Outside the station entrance
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