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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.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£8
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£21
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
59 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 22 m
Trains on 18 Sept
5
Distance
54 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kidsgrove to Derby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kidsgrove to Derby will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 5 trains from Kidsgrove to Derby, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 54 km distance in an average of 1 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 59 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 55 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.
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C21224
C21291
W70506 · C18005+
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W70529 · C17084+
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W70506 · C18005+
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G00692Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kidsgrove to Derby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 30m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £7, while a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 54 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£7 Average Price Cheapest | £12 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Derby take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 52m.
Tickets start at around £7 compared to roughly £12 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £5. The journey takes 1h 0m versus 1h 0m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with east_midlands_trains.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Kidsgrove to Derby trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C21304 | On time 7:40 Kidsgrove station (KDG) | 1h02 | 8:42 Derby station (DBY) | 0 changesdirect | |
W70481 · C17884+ G00844 | On time 7:47 Kidsgrove station (KDG) | 1h43 | 9:30 Derby station (DBY) | 2 changes | |
C21303 | On time 8:40 Kidsgrove station (KDG) | 1h00 | 9:40 Derby station (DBY) | 0 changesdirect | |
W70492 · C17854+ G00938 | On time 8:47 Kidsgrove station (KDG) | 1h44 | 10:31 Derby station (DBY) | 2 changes | |
C21302 | On time 9:40 Kidsgrove station (KDG) | 1h00 | 10:40 Derby station (DBY) | 0 changesdirect | |
W70503 · C17837+ G66712 | On time 9:47 Kidsgrove station (KDG) | 1h44 | 11:31 Derby station (DBY) | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Kidsgrove to Derby run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:10, the last at 21:57. The fastest train covers the 54 km distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 54 km |
Average train duration 1h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 0m |
First train 6:10 |
Last train 21:57 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 70 days |
Discover the best of Derby — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Derby trip today.
Interactive museum in a restored mill exploring making, industry and design through hands-on galleries and working displays.
City museum and art gallery with collections on local history, archaeology, natural history and paintings by Joseph Wright.
Independent contemporary art gallery in Derby’s Cathedral Quarter, showing changing exhibitions by regional and national artists.
Historic shopping and cultural quarter with independent businesses, heritage buildings and easy access to key city sights.
Revitalised city-centre square with water features, seating and event space, ideal for a pause between nearby attractions.
Large landscaped park with lakes, open lawns and riverside paths, popular for walks, picnics and seasonal events.
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.
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.
A crumbly, buttery oat biscuit from Derbyshire, traditionally baked on a griddle. It is a historic local bake often served with cheese or butter.
Elegant modern British dining in a refined setting, known for carefully prepared tasting and seasonal menus in the city centre.
Well known Derby ale house and eatery serving British pub dishes, cobs and local beers in a characterful historic building.
Smart yet relaxed restaurant serving Italian inspired dishes, steaks and seafood. Popular for polished service and central location.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local buses and casual meals remain fairly manageable for visitors.
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.
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Derby Railway Station -> Derby Bus Station, Derby
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kidsgrove 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.

Most Kidsgrove to Derby trains use the Kidsgrove to Derby station pair. Use this guide to compare Kidsgrove and Derby train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Kidsgrove has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Kidsgrove.
Ticket office support is available at Kidsgrove.
Available at Kidsgrove: Parking, WC.
Available at Kidsgrove: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kidsgrove: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Level to Manchester to Stoke on Trent bound platform only. Access to all other platforms via footbridge only. 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 ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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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