The cheapest and fastest trains from Derby to Blackpool
Cheapest price on Sep 05
€77
Average ticket price on Sep 05
€95
Fastest journey on Sep 05
2 h 54 m
Average journey duration on Sep 05
2 h 55 m
Trains on Sep 05
59
Distance
144 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Derby to Blackpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Derby to Blackpool will cost around €95 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €77.
It's difficult to get from Derby to Blackpool without transferring at least 2 times.
G00737+
G89581+
C044489:00 AM3h20Derby station (DBY)12:20 PMLayton (LAY)€771One-way2 transfers
G00737+
G89581+
C044489:00 AM3h24Derby station (DBY)12:24 PMBlackpool North (BPN)€771One-way2 transfers
G00699+
G89051 · P24759+
C0445712:00 PM3h25Derby station (DBY)3:25 PMBlackpool South (BPS)€771One-way3 transfers
G00737+
G89047 · P24749+
C044489:00 AM3h25Derby station (DBY)12:25 PMBlackpool South (BPS)€871One-way3 transfers
G00740+
G89049 · P24756+
C0445411:00 AM3h25Derby station (DBY)2:25 PMBlackpool South (BPS)€871One-way3 transfers
C21317+
G89597+
W3379911:26 AM2h54Derby station (DBY)2:20 PMLayton (LAY)€961One-way2 transfers
C21318+
G89589+
C0137110:26 AM2h54Derby station (DBY)1:20 PMLayton (LAY)€961One-way2 transfers
C21311+
G89566+
W337945:26 PM2h55Derby station (DBY)8:21 PMLayton (LAY)€961One-way2 transfers
C21312+
G89558+
W337964:26 PM2h55Derby station (DBY)7:21 PMLayton (LAY)€961One-way2 transfers
C21314+
G89543+
W337952:26 PM2h55Derby station (DBY)5:21 PMLayton (LAY)€961One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Derby to Blackpool
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Derby to Blackpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €33 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 58m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €33, while a train costs an average of €74.
Distance: 144 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€74 Average price | €33 Average price Cheapest | €33 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 58m Average total duration Fastest 2h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 38m Average total duration 5h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Derby to Blackpool:
A bus is €41 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Derby to Blackpool costing on average €74.
Other travel options to Blackpool take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 8m.
Live departures
Derby to Blackpool train times
The table below shows live departures for Derby to Blackpool trains for today, Friday, September 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G00716+ C21595+ G89057 · P24742 | Delayed 4:08 PM 5:00 PMDerby station (DBY) | 3h25 | 8:25 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 3 transfers | |
G00716+ C21595+ G89057 · G89005 | Delayed 4:08 PM 5:00 PMDerby station (DBY) | 3h04 | 8:04 PM Blackpool North (BPN) | 3 transfers | |
C21327+ W34032 | 5:26 PM Derby station (DBY) | 3h10 | 8:36 PM Blackpool North (BPN) | 1 transfer | |
C21327+ W34291+ G89566 | 5:26 PM Derby station (DBY) | 3h00 | 8:26 PM Blackpool North (BPN) | 2 transfers | |
C21327+ W34291+ P24746 | 5:26 PM Derby station (DBY) | 3h59 | 9:25 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 2 transfers | |
C21327+ W34291+ G89566 | 5:26 PM Derby station (DBY) | 2h55 | 8:21 PM Layton (LAY) | 2 transfers | |
W70996+ W84714+ G89571 | On time 5:30 PM Derby station (DBY) | 3h20 | 8:50 PM Blackpool North (BPN) | 2 transfers | |
G00718+ C21803+ G89059 · P24746 | On time 6:00 PM Derby station (DBY) | 3h25 | 9:25 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 3 transfers | |
G00718+ C21803+ G89059 · G89009 | On time 6:00 PM Derby station (DBY) | 3h04 | 9:04 PM Blackpool North (BPN) | 3 transfers | |
C21326+ W34288+ G89575 | On time 6:26 PM Derby station (DBY) | 2h55 | 9:21 PM Layton (LAY) | 2 transfers | |
C21326+ W34288+ P24751 | On time 6:26 PM Derby station (DBY) | 3h59 | 10:25 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 2 transfers | |
G01083+ C04474+ G89583 | On time 6:45 PM Derby station (DBY) | 3h30 | 10:15 PM Layton (LAY) | 2 transfers | |
C21758+ W84727+ G89587 · P24754 | On time 7:32 PM Derby station (DBY) | 3h51 | 11:23 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 3 transfers | |
C21758+ W84727 · W84750+ P24754 | On time 7:32 PM Derby station (DBY) | 3h51 | 11:23 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 3 transfers | |
G00726+ C04395+ G89591 | On time 8:00 PM Derby station (DBY) | 3h14 | 11:14 PM Layton (LAY) | 2 transfers | |
C04437+ G89043 · P24736 | 5:32 AM Derby station (DBY) | 3h52 | 9:24 AM Blackpool South (BPS) | 2 transfers | |
C04437+ G89556 | 5:32 AM Derby station (DBY) | 3h48 | 9:20 AM Layton (LAY) | 1 transfer | |
C04437+ G89043 · G88955 | 5:32 AM Derby station (DBY) | 3h37 | 9:09 AM Blackpool North (BPN) | 2 transfers | |
C04437+ G89556 | 5:32 AM Derby station (DBY) | 3h52 | 9:24 AM Blackpool North (BPN) | 1 transfer | |
C21322+ W33536+ P24740 | 6:24 AM Derby station (DBY) | 4h01 | 10:25 AM Blackpool South (BPS) | 2 transfers | |
C21322+ W33536+ G89556 | 6:24 AM Derby station (DBY) | 3h00 | 9:24 AM Blackpool North (BPN) | 2 transfers | |
C21322+ W33536+ G89556 | 6:24 AM Derby station (DBY) | 2h56 | 9:20 AM Layton (LAY) | 2 transfers | |
G66981+ C21346+ G89063 · P24740 | 6:45 AM Derby station (DBY) | 3h40 | 10:25 AM Blackpool South (BPS) | 3 transfers | |
C21321+ W33563+ G89564 | 7:21 AM Derby station (DBY) | 2h59 | 10:20 AM Layton (LAY) | 2 transfers | |
C21321+ W33563+ G89564 | 7:21 AM Derby station (DBY) | 3h03 | 10:24 AM Blackpool North (BPN) | 2 transfers | |
C21321+ W33563+ P24744 | 7:21 AM Derby station (DBY) | 4h04 | 11:25 AM Blackpool South (BPS) | 2 transfers | |
G01056+ C04445+ G89573 | 7:45 AM Derby station (DBY) | 3h34 | 11:19 AM Layton (LAY) | 2 transfers | |
G01056+ C04445+ G89045 · P24744 | 7:45 AM Derby station (DBY) | 3h40 | 11:25 AM Blackpool South (BPS) | 3 transfers | |
C21320+ C01370+ P24749 | 8:23 AM Derby station (DBY) | 4h02 | 12:25 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 2 transfers | |
W70946+ W84662+ G89577 | 8:29 AM Derby station (DBY) | 3h21 | 11:50 AM Blackpool North (BPN) | 2 transfers | |
G00737+ C04448+ G89047 · P24749 | 9:00 AM Derby station (DBY) | 3h25 | 12:25 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 3 transfers | |
G00737+ C04448+ G89581 | 9:00 AM Derby station (DBY) | 3h20 | 12:20 PM Layton (LAY) | 2 transfers | |
G00737+ C04448+ G89047 · G88965 | 9:00 AM Derby station (DBY) | 3h04 | 12:04 PM Blackpool North (BPN) | 3 transfers | |
G00737+ C04448+ G89581 | 9:00 AM Derby station (DBY) | 3h24 | 12:24 PM Blackpool North (BPN) | 2 transfers | |
C21319+ W33753+ P24752 | 9:26 AM Derby station (DBY) | 3h59 | 1:25 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 2 transfers | |
W70951+ W84668+ G89585 | 9:29 AM Derby station (DBY) | 3h21 | 12:50 PM Blackpool North (BPN) | 2 transfers | |
G01059+ C04451+ G89065 · P24752 | 9:45 AM Derby station (DBY) | 3h40 | 1:25 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 3 transfers | |
C21318+ C01371+ P24756 | 10:26 AM Derby station (DBY) | 3h59 | 2:25 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 2 transfers | |
C21318+ C01371+ G89589 | 10:26 AM Derby station (DBY) | 2h54 | 1:20 PM Layton (LAY) | 2 transfers | |
C21318+ C01371+ G89589 | 10:26 AM Derby station (DBY) | 2h58 | 1:24 PM Blackpool North (BPN) | 2 transfers | |
W70957+ W84674+ G89593 | 10:29 AM Derby station (DBY) | 3h21 | 1:50 PM Blackpool North (BPN) | 2 transfers | |
G00740+ C04454+ G89049 · P24756 | 11:00 AM Derby station (DBY) | 3h25 | 2:25 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 3 transfers | |
C21317+ W33799+ G89597 | 11:26 AM Derby station (DBY) | 2h54 | 2:20 PM Layton (LAY) | 2 transfers | |
C21317+ W33799+ P24759 | 11:26 AM Derby station (DBY) | 3h59 | 3:25 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 2 transfers | |
G00699+ C04457+ G89051 · P24759 | 12:00 PM Derby station (DBY) | 3h25 | 3:25 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 3 transfers | |
C21316+ C01373+ G89607 | 12:26 PM Derby station (DBY) | 2h56 | 3:22 PM Layton (LAY) | 2 transfers | |
C21316+ C01373+ P24761 | 12:26 PM Derby station (DBY) | 4h00 | 4:26 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 2 transfers | |
G00700+ C04459+ G89067 · P24761 | 1:00 PM Derby station (DBY) | 3h26 | 4:26 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 3 transfers | |
C21315+ W33797+ P24729 | 1:26 PM Derby station (DBY) | 3h59 | 5:25 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 2 transfers | |
C21315+ W33797+ G89617 | 1:26 PM Derby station (DBY) | 2h55 | 4:21 PM Layton (LAY) | 2 transfers | |
C21314+ W33795+ G89543 | 2:26 PM Derby station (DBY) | 2h55 | 5:21 PM Layton (LAY) | 2 transfers | |
C21312+ W33796+ G89558 | 4:26 PM Derby station (DBY) | 2h55 | 7:21 PM Layton (LAY) | 2 transfers | |
C21312+ W33796+ G89558 | 4:26 PM Derby station (DBY) | 3h00 | 7:26 PM Blackpool North (BPN) | 2 transfers | |
C21312+ W33796+ P24742 | 4:26 PM Derby station (DBY) | 3h59 | 8:25 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 2 transfers | |
C21571+ W84709+ G89562 | 4:29 PM Derby station (DBY) | 3h24 | 7:53 PM Blackpool North (BPN) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Derby to Blackpool
Trains from Derby to Blackpool run on average 24 times per day, taking around 2h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €43 but you can travel from only €21 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 144 km distance in 2h 41m.
Distance 144 km |
Average train duration 2h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price €43 |
Trains per day 24 |
Fastest train 2h 41m |
First train 12:09 AM |
Last train 11:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express, West Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country from Derby to Blackpool trainsNorthern Rail, East Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express, West Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Derby and Blackpool from €21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Derby to Blackpool
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby to Blackpool 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 Blackpool, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Derby to Blackpool
Most Derby to Blackpool trains use the Derby to Blackpool North station pair, with some services arriving at Blackpool South. Use this guide to compare Derby and Blackpool train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Derby station do trains to Blackpool leave from?
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.
Which Blackpool station do trains from Derby arrive at?
Getting to Blackpool North from Blackpool city centre
Blackpool North train station facilities and services
Blackpool North has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Blackpool North.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Blackpool North.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Blackpool North: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Blackpool North: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Blackpool North: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, Scooter Friendly Station - Access to station front down 30 metre ramp from Talbot Road, 10 metre ramp or 9 steps from Springfield Road or 16 steps from High Street. Level access from station front onto concourse then through wide doors onto all platforms. There is a dropped kerb access to the station entrance from the Blue Badge car parking spaces, 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 Just inside concourse on right hand side, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Blackpool South from Blackpool city centre
Blackpool South is 2 km from Blackpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Blackpool South train station facilities and services
Blackpool South has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Blackpool South.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Blackpool South: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Blackpool South: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Blackpool South: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Access from Waterloo Road down 40 metre ramp with handrail or 25 steps with rest platform and handrail. A short ramp also gives access from car park, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Layton from Blackpool city centre
Layton is 2 km from Blackpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Layton train station facilities and services
Layton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, and Lost and Found Office.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Layton.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Layton: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Layton: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Step free access via short ramps onto both platforms from Bispham Road. From car park up a 5 metre ramp and through gateway onto platform. Access between platforms is from Preston platform up 24 steps with rest platform and handrail over walkway and down 22 steps with rest platform and handrail, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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