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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Runcorn to Derby
Cheapest price
£29
Average price
£29
Fastest journey
2 h 10 m
Average duration
2 h 10 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
96 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Runcorn to Derby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Runcorn to Derby will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £29.
Of the 1 trains that leave Runcorn for Derby every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 96 km distance in an average of 2 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 10 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 10 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.
12:312h10Runcorn14:41Derby£291One-way0 changes
- 12:312h10Runcorn14:41Derby£291One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Runcorn to Derby
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Runcorn to Derby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £29, and a coach costs an average of £38.
Distance: 96 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£30 Average Price Cheapest | £38 Average Price |
1h 58m Average total duration Fastest 1h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 2m Average total duration 5h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Runcorn to Derby train times
The table below shows live departures for Runcorn to Derby trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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 | 7:25 Runcorn | 1h29 | 8:54 Derby | 1 change | |
 | 7:31 Runcorn | 1h59 | 9:30 Derby | 2 changes | |
| 7:59 Runcorn | 1h41 | 9:40 Derby | 1 change | |
| 8:28 Runcorn | 1h24 | 9:52 Derby | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Runcorn to Derby
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Trains from Runcorn to Derby run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £29 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:17, the last at 22:10. The fastest train covers the 96 km distance in 1h 59m.
Distance 96 km |
Average train duration 1h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 59m |
First train 0:17 |
Last train 22:10 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast from Runcorn to Derby trainsWest Midlands Trains, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Runcorn and Derby from £29. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Runcorn to Derby train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Runcorn 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 Runcorn and Derby
Most Runcorn to Derby trains use the Runcorn to Derby station pair. Use this guide to compare Runcorn and Derby train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Runcorn station do trains to Derby leave from?
Getting to Runcorn from Runcorn city centre
Runcorn train station facilities and services
Runcorn has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Runcorn.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Runcorn. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, 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 Runcorn: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Runcorn: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Runcorn: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the 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: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Runcorn East from Runcorn city centre
Runcorn East is 4 km from Runcorn city centre. Public transport options include:
Runcorn East train station facilities and services
Runcorn East has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Information Desk.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Runcorn East. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, 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 Runcorn East: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Runcorn East: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B2. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Chester) via a ramp with handrails and a steep gradient. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Manchester) via a ramp with handrails and a steep gradient. Access between both platforms is via a footbridge, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Located outside the ticket office on the wall, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Derby station do trains from Runcorn 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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