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Trains from Nelson (NEL) to Derby (DBY)

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17

train journeys
per day

70

miles (113 kms)

3hrs 28 mins

fastest journey

05:58 / 00:03

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Nelson (NEL) to Derby (DBY)

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Nelson and Derby , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 17 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Nelson to Derby is approximately 70 miles (113 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 11 mins.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Nelson and Derby.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Nelson to Derby. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 28 mins.

Journeys from Nelson to Derby Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:58
    3 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    09:26
    Nelson
    Derby
    Nelson to Derby
  • Mon 6th May
    06:58
    4 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    11:21
    Nelson
    Derby
    Nelson to Derby
  • Mon 6th May
    07:58
    4 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    12:20
    Nelson
    Derby
    Nelson to Derby
  • Mon 6th May
    08:58
    4 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    13:21
    Nelson
    Derby
    Nelson to Derby
  • Mon 6th May
    09:58
    4 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    14:26
    Nelson
    Derby
    Nelson to Derby
  • Mon 6th May
    10:58
    4 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    15:19
    Nelson
    Derby
    Nelson to Derby
  • Mon 6th May
    11:58
    4 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    16:20
    Nelson
    Derby
    Nelson to Derby
  • Mon 6th May
    12:58
    4 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    17:21
    Nelson
    Derby
    Nelson to Derby
  • Mon 6th May
    13:58
    3 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    17:51
    Nelson
    Derby
    Nelson to Derby
  • Mon 6th May
    14:58
    4 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    19:21
    Nelson
    Derby
    Nelson to Derby
  • Mon 6th May
    15:58
    4 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    20:22
    Nelson
    Derby
    Nelson to Derby
  • Mon 6th May
    16:58
    4 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    21:22
    Nelson
    Derby
    Nelson to Derby
  • Mon 6th May
    17:58
    4 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    22:19
    Nelson
    Derby
    Nelson to Derby
  • Mon 6th May
    18:58
    5 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    00:15
    Nelson
    Derby
    Nelson to Derby
  • Mon 6th May
    20:58
    8 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    05:28
    Nelson
    Derby
    Nelson to Derby
  • Mon 6th May
    21:58
    9 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    07:22
    Nelson
    Derby
    Nelson to Derby
  • Mon 6th May
    22:58
    9 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    08:19
    Nelson
    Derby
    Nelson to Derby

About Nelson Station

Station name Nelson (NEL)
Address Nelson station, Hibson Road, Nelson, Lancashire, BB9 9SF
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

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 Nelson and Derby

The travel time between Nelson and Derby by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 11 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 28 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Nelson and Derby vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 17 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:58, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:03.

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Amenities on trains between Nelson 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 Nelson & Derby. owever, there are 17 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Nelson and Derby.

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