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Trains from Ellesmere Port (ELP) to Derby (DBY)

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16

train journeys
per day

64

miles (104 kms)

2hrs 32 mins

fastest journey

06:47 / 23:29

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Ellesmere Port (ELP) to Derby (DBY)

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Ellesmere Port and Derby , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 16 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ellesmere Port to Derby is approximately 64 miles (104 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 39 mins.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Ellesmere Port and Derby.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ellesmere Port to Derby. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 32 mins.

Journeys from Ellesmere Port to Derby Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:47
    2 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    09:21
    Ellesmere Port
    Derby
    Ellesmere Port to Derby
  • Mon 6th May
    07:49
    2 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    10:21
    Ellesmere Port
    Derby
    Ellesmere Port to Derby
  • Mon 6th May
    09:42
    2 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    12:20
    Ellesmere Port
    Derby
    Ellesmere Port to Derby
  • Mon 6th May
    10:12
    3 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    13:21
    Ellesmere Port
    Derby
    Ellesmere Port to Derby
  • Mon 6th May
    10:42
    3 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    14:26
    Ellesmere Port
    Derby
    Ellesmere Port to Derby
  • Mon 6th May
    12:12
    3 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    15:19
    Ellesmere Port
    Derby
    Ellesmere Port to Derby
  • Mon 6th May
    13:42
    2 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    16:20
    Ellesmere Port
    Derby
    Ellesmere Port to Derby
  • Mon 6th May
    14:12
    3 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    17:21
    Ellesmere Port
    Derby
    Ellesmere Port to Derby
  • Mon 6th May
    15:42
    2 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    18:21
    Ellesmere Port
    Derby
    Ellesmere Port to Derby
  • Mon 6th May
    16:12
    3 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    19:21
    Ellesmere Port
    Derby
    Ellesmere Port to Derby
  • Mon 6th May
    17:12
    3 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    20:22
    Ellesmere Port
    Derby
    Ellesmere Port to Derby
  • Mon 6th May
    18:12
    3 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    21:22
    Ellesmere Port
    Derby
    Ellesmere Port to Derby
  • Mon 6th May
    18:46
    3 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    22:19
    Ellesmere Port
    Derby
    Ellesmere Port to Derby
  • Mon 6th May
    19:49
    2 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    22:34
    Ellesmere Port
    Derby
    Ellesmere Port to Derby
  • Mon 6th May
    20:49
    8 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    05:28
    Ellesmere Port
    Derby
    Ellesmere Port to Derby
  • Mon 6th May
    23:19
    8 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    07:22
    Ellesmere Port
    Derby
    Ellesmere Port to Derby

About Ellesmere Port Station

Station name Ellesmere Port (ELP)
Address Ellesmere Port station, Europa Way, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire, CH65 4AR
Managed by ME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 14:00
Weekend Closed
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Derby Station

Station name Derby (DBY)
Address Derby station, Railway Terrace, Derby, Derbyshire, DE1 2RU
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 04:55 - 22:45
Saturday 04:55 - 22:45
Sunday 06:20 - 23:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Ellesmere Port and Derby

The travel time between Ellesmere Port and Derby by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 39 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 32 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ellesmere Port and Derby vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 16 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:47, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:29.

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Amenities on trains between Ellesmere Port and Derby can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Ellesmere Port & Derby. owever, there are 16 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Ellesmere Port and Derby.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Ellesmere Port and Derby, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.