Blackburn to Derby train with East Midlands Trains

Tue, Dec 09
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Blackburn to Derby

Showing times and prices for Dec 09

Cheapest price

€25

Average price

€25

Fastest journey

2 h 45 m

Average duration

2 h 45 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

114 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Blackburn to Derby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Blackburn to Derby will cost around €25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €25.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Blackburn for Derby on Tue, Dec 09, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Tue, Dec 09 the direct trains cover the 114 km distance in an average of 2 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 45 m .

On Tue, Dec 09 the slowest trains will take 2 h 45 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.

East Midlands Trains
06:36AM2h45
Blackburn
09:21AMDerby
251One-way
0 transfers

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Blackburn to Derby train times

The table below shows live departures for Blackburn to Derby trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, December 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 7:07 PM
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east_midlands_railway6:36 AM Blackburn
2h45
9:21 AM Derby0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Blackburn to Derby

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Trains from Blackburn to Derby run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €24 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 22:29. The fastest train covers the 114 km distance in 2h 43m.

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
Distance
114 km
Average train duration
2h 19m
Cheapest ticket price
€24
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
2h 43m
First train
00:09
Last train
22:29
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

Train companies: East Midlands Trains, TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3) from Blackburn to Derby trainsEast Midlands Trains, TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3) trains will get you between Blackburn and Derby from €24. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

East Midlands Trains

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 45m
Cheapest Price
€25
East Midlands Trains frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone

TransPennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 6m
Cheapest Price
€31
TransPennine Express frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Northern Rail (3)

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 1m
Cheapest Price
€28
Northern Rail (3) frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Blackburn to Derby

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Blackburn 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.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Blackburn to Derby can start from as little as €39 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Blackburn to Derby is €53; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time to Derby from Blackburn is on average 2 h 45 min   for the 113 km long journey, but the time it takes to go from Blackburn to Derby by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Blackburn to Derby leaves at 00: 09. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Blackburn to Derby leaves at 22: 29.
There are 5 trains a day from Blackburn to Derby which require at least one change with Northern Rail (3) or East Midlands Trains. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
Yes, there's a high-speed train to Derby. Take the fast train with East Midlands Trains from Blackburn to Derby.
For the journey from Blackburn to Derby you can take a train with Northern Rail (3) or East Midlands Trains. Be sure to check out all possible train providers that offer services from Blackburn to Derby on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 22: 29.
A trip to Derby from Blackburn is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 45 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Blackburn to Derby by train is December.
Yes, you can take a train from Blackburn to Derby.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Blackburn to Derby

Blackburn
Derby
The major train station for departures in Blackburn is Blackburn. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Blackburn for your trip from Blackburn to Derby.
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information
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Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday 06:40 - 18:00 Friday,Saturday 06:40 - 19:00 Sunday 09:10 - 16:40
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category A Station, Scooter Friendly Station - Access from station front to subway up 10 metre ramp or 4 steps from which a passenger lift and steep 20 metre ramp gives access to ticket office and platforms 1, 2 and 3 and by separate ramp to platform 4. Lifts available from first to last train.
  • 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 ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located at the bottom of platform 4
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
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  • Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Blackburn
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement pick up/drop off will be in the Vue Cinema Car Park at the rear of the Station
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Amenities at train station
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ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: No
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category C Station, Acces to platform down 30 steps with rest platform and handrail. Island platform accessed only by stairs
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transit options for Mill Hill (Lancs)
  • Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at bus stops on New Chapel Street above the station (Station side for Blackburn, opposite side for Preston)
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