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Why book with Omio vs East Midlands Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for East Midlands Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express or Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Preston to Derby.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Rome2rio or Trip?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express or Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Preston to Derby.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Preston to Derby
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Trains from Preston to Derby run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 22:45. The fastest train covers the 125 km distance in 2h 13m.
Distance 125 km |
Average train duration 2h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 13m |
First train 0:09 |
Last train 22:45 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Preston to Derby trainsEast Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Preston and Derby from £34. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Preston to Derby train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Preston and Derby
Most Preston to Derby trains use the Preston to Derby station pair. Use this guide to compare Preston and Derby train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Preston station do trains to Derby leave from?
Getting to Preston from Preston city centre
Preston is 1 km from Preston city centre. Public transport options include:
Preston train station facilities and services
Preston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Rise, The Olive Tree Brasserie, Turtle Bay
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Preston. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Preston. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Preston: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Preston: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Preston: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Preston - South, Delta Hotels Preston, Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel.
Which Derby station do trains from Preston arrive at?
Getting to Derby from Derby city centre
Derby is 1 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
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