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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Preston station (PRE) to Derby station (DBY)
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£75
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£75
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
2 h 22 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
2 h 23 m
Trains on 05 Sept
2
Distance
125 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Preston station (PRE) to Derby station (DBY) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Preston station (PRE) to Derby station (DBY) will cost around £75 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £75.
To travel from Preston station (PRE) to Derby station (DBY) you need to make at least one change.
W33686+
C212199:182h22Preston station (PRE)11:40Derby station (DBY)£751One-way1 change- W33649+C212208:172h23Preston station (PRE)10:40Derby station (DBY)£751One-way1 change
- W33686+C212199:182h22Preston station (PRE)11:40Derby station (DBY)£751One-way1 change
- W33649+C212208:172h23Preston station (PRE)10:40Derby station (DBY)£751One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train for Preston station (PRE) to Derby station (DBY)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Preston station (PRE) to Derby station (DBY) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £42 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 30m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £42, while a train costs an average of £42.
Distance: 125 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£42 Average Price Cheapest | £26 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 30m Average total duration Fastest 2h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 6m sooner (2h 0m by train vs 2h 6m by car). Tickets start at around £42 compared to roughly £26 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Preston station (PRE) to Derby station (DBY) train times
The table below shows live departures for Preston station (PRE) to Derby station (DBY) trains for tomorrow, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C21220+W33649 | 8:17 Preston station (PRE) | 2h23 | 10:40 Derby station (DBY) | 1 change | |
| C21219+W33686 | 9:18 Preston station (PRE) | 2h22 | 11:40 Derby station (DBY) | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Preston station (PRE) to Derby station (DBY)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Preston station (PRE) to Derby station (DBY) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £42 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:18, the last at 05:18. The fastest train covers the 125 km distance in 2h 24m.
Distance 125 km |
Average train duration 2h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £42 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 24m |
First train 5:18 |
Last train 5:18 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Preston station (PRE) to Derby station (DBY) trainsEast Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Preston station (PRE) and Derby station (DBY) from £42. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
East Midlands Railway
Avanti West Coast
TransPennine Express
Northern Trains Limited
FAQs: Preston station (PRE) to Derby station (DBY) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston station (PRE) to Derby station (DBY) 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 station (DBY), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Preston station (PRE) and Derby station (DBY)
Most Preston station (PRE) to Derby station (DBY) trains use the Preston to Derby station pair. Use this guide to compare Preston station (PRE) and Derby station (DBY) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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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