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Museum of Making
Interactive museum in a restored mill exploring making, industry and design through hands-on galleries and working displays.
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Overview: Train from Hightown to Derby
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Hightown to Derby run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £66 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The fastest train covers the 124 km distance in 2h 4m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £14
Distance 124 km |
Average train duration 2h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £66 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 2h 4m |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £14
Frequently asked questions about your Hightown to Derby trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Hightown to Derby.
The cost of a train ticket from Hightown to Derby can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £66, while the average price tends to be around £66.
The train journey from Hightown to Derby covers a distance of 124 km and takes approximately 2h 4m. Trains run 2 per day.
The train distance from Hightown to Derby is 124 km.
Trains from Hightown to Derby run approximately 2 times per day.
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Things to do in Derby
Discover the best of Derby — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Derby trip today.
- Must visit
Derby Museum and Art Gallery
City museum and art gallery with collections on local history, archaeology, natural history and paintings by Joseph Wright.
- Recommended
QUAD
Independent contemporary art gallery in Derby’s Cathedral Quarter, showing changing exhibitions by regional and national artists.
- Must visit
Cathedral Quarter
Historic shopping and cultural quarter with independent businesses, heritage buildings and easy access to key city sights.
- Recommended
Derby Market Place
Revitalised city-centre square with water features, seating and event space, ideal for a pause between nearby attractions.
- Recommended
Markeaton Park
Large landscaped park with lakes, open lawns and riverside paths, popular for walks, picnics and seasonal events.
- Vegetarian
Derby Cob
A soft white bread roll unique to Derby, often filled with bacon, cheese or salad. It is a local bakery staple with a name strongly tied to the city.
- Gluten-free
Derbyshire Blue Cheese
A blue veined cow’s milk cheese traditionally made in Derbyshire. It is prized for its rich, mellow flavour and long connection to the county’s cheesemaking.
- Vegetarian
Derbyshire Oatcake
A crumbly, buttery oat biscuit from Derbyshire, traditionally baked on a griddle. It is a historic local bake often served with cheese or butter.
The Dining Room
Elegant modern British dining in a refined setting, known for carefully prepared tasting and seasonal menus in the city centre.
The Brunswick Inn
Well known Derby ale house and eatery serving British pub dishes, cobs and local beers in a characterful historic building.
Zest Restaurant
Smart yet relaxed restaurant serving Italian inspired dishes, steaks and seafood. Popular for polished service and central location.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local buses and casual meals remain fairly manageable for visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for fine dining.
- Coffee
- £2.80-4 for a coffee.
Tipping culture
Service is often included. If not, 10-12.5% in restaurants is usual for good service. Round up or add £1-2 for taxis. Cafe tipping is optional.
Ride
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £3.00
- Day pass
- £5.80
To the city centre
Derby Railway Station -> Derby Bus Station, Derby
- Distance
- 1 km
- Travel time
- 15 min
- Contactless payment is available across the Derby bus network, and adult fares may be capped for the day on participating services.
- Spectrum is the main multi-operator Derby day ticket, valid from 5am to midnight on most Arriva, trentbarton, Kinchbus, and Notts & Derby buses.
FAQs: Hightown to Derby train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hightown to Derby 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 Derby, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Booking trains from Hightown to Derby in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Hightown to Derby.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hightown and Derby
Most Hightown to Derby trains use the Hightown to Derby station pair. Use this guide to compare Hightown and Derby train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Hightown
Arrival train stations in Derby
Which Hightown station do trains to Derby leave from?
Trains from Hightown to Derby leave from Hightown. The station is 1 km from Hightown city centre at Hightown station, St Georges Road, Hightown, Merseyside, L38 3RX.
HightownHightown station, St Georges Road, Hightown, Merseyside, L38 3RX
City-centre transport
Getting to Hightown from Hightown city centre
Hightown is 1 km from Hightown city centre. Public transport options include:
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesKerslake Way, Hightown,Liverpool
Hightown train station facilities and services
Hightown has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hightown. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hightown: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Hightown: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hightown: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B: “This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only – please check details.”Access at Hightown station is restricted. Platforms are linked by a stepped footbridge, however platforms can be accessed from the public road, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Derby station do trains from Hightown arrive at?
Trains from Hightown to Derby arrive at Derby. Derby is 1 km from Derby city centre.
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.
Train stations for Hightown to Derby
Check train stations information for Hightown and Derby, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
The train station in Hightown that goes to Derby is Hightown, and it arrives at Derby.
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