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Milton Keynes Museum
A local museum charting Wolverton’s railway works, social history and planned town development through objects, photos and archives.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Derby to Wolverton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
To travel from Derby to Wolverton you need to make at least one change.

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Trains from Derby to Wolverton run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £57 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:46, the last at 21:32. The fastest train covers the 106 km distance in 59m.
Distance 106 km |
Average train duration 1h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £57 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 59m |
First train 5:46 |
Last train 21:32 |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
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The table below shows live departures for Derby to Wolverton trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:31 Derby | 2h26 | 11:57 Wolverton | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:21 Derby | 2h05 | 12:26 Wolverton | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:31 Derby | 2h28 | 12:59 Wolverton | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:34 Derby | 2h25 | 13:59 Wolverton | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:40 Derby | 2h19 | 14:59 Wolverton | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:31 Derby | 2h28 | 15:59 Wolverton | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:53 Derby | 2h06 | 16:59 Wolverton | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:31 Derby | 2h28 | 17:59 Wolverton | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:40 Derby | 2h19 | 18:59 Wolverton | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:31 Derby | 2h28 | 19:59 Wolverton | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:53 Derby | 2h44 | 21:37 Wolverton | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:55 Derby | 2h35 | 22:30 Wolverton | 1 change | |
![]() | 20:31 Derby | 1h34 | 22:05 Wolverton | 1 change | |
![]() | 20:50 Derby | 2h48 | 23:38 Wolverton | 1 change | |
![]() | 22:31 Derby | 8h19 | 6:50 Wolverton | 1 change | |
![]() | 6:10 Derby | 2h19 | 8:29 Wolverton | 1 change | |
![]() | 6:49 Derby | 2h10 | 8:59 Wolverton | 1 change | |
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A local museum charting Wolverton’s railway works, social history and planned town development through objects, photos and archives.
A contemporary gallery in central Milton Keynes showing changing exhibitions of modern art in a bold, purpose-built setting.
A family-focused museum with historic transport, farming displays and period rooms that give context to Wolverton’s wider area.
A waterside walking route along the Grand Union Canal with locks, bridges and regular narrowboat traffic near Wolverton’s edge.
A green riverside nature reserve with meadow paths, wetland habitats and calm views beside the Great Ouse and canal.
Wolverton’s Victorian main street, lined with historic buildings, independent shops and traces of the town’s railway past.
A savoury pie of rabbit, hare or game in rich gravy. Rooted in nearby Buckinghamshire countryside cooking and long linked with local pub menus.
Slow-cooked beef in ale gravy under a pastry lid. A classic pub dish across England and common in traditional venues around Buckinghamshire.
Sausages served with mashed potatoes and onion gravy. A much-loved British comfort dish widely eaten locally in pubs and homes.
Established Indian restaurant popular for curries, tandoori dishes and friendly neighbourhood dining near Wolverton.
Canal-side pub in Wolverton known for cask ales, hearty British meals and a relaxed waterside atmosphere.
Traditional pub and dining room serving British classics, roasts and drinks in a historic Wolverton setting.
Moderate for the UK. Wolverton is usually cheaper than central London for stays and dining, but rail travel and everyday costs can still add up for visitors.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Cafes do not require tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Wolverton Station -> Central Milton Keynes
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby to Wolverton 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 Wolverton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Derby to Wolverton trains use the Derby to Wolverton station pair. Use this guide to compare Derby and Wolverton 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.
Wolverton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Ticket office support is available at Wolverton. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Wolverton: Parking, WC.
Available at Wolverton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wolverton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket vending machine is located at front of station building, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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