How much does a train ticket cost from Durham to Derby?

The cheapest train tickets from Durham to Derby start from £29. The average price for this train route is around £147. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Durham to Derby?

The average train journey time from Durham to Derby is 2h 33m, covering a distance of 129 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 3m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators serve the Durham to Derby route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 11 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Durham to Derby?

The earliest train from Durham to Derby departs at 07:53. And the latest train departs at 19:53.

Train Durham to Derby from £27

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Durham to Derby on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:53	Durham	2h 33m	18:26	Derby	No tags
Train	16:53	Durham	2h 33m	19:26	Derby	No tags
Train	17:53	Durham	2h 33m	20:26	Derby	No tags
Train	18:53	Durham	2h 30m	21:23	Derby	No tags
Train	19:54	Durham	2h 49m	22:43	Derby	No tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Durham to Derby

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Derby. The journey takes about 2 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 50mAverage duration

128 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£24 - £35	Average duration3h 50m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£29 - £326	Average duration2h 33m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£28 - £28	Average duration2h 50m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi4.1

Based on 44 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the value for money. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at £29

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Durham to Derby by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Durham to Derby?
The cheapest train tickets from Durham to Derby start from £29. The average price for this train route is around £147. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Durham to Derby?
The average train journey time from Durham to Derby is 2h 33m, covering a distance of 129 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 3m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Durham to Derby route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 11 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Durham to Derby?
The earliest train from Durham to Derby departs at 07:53. And the latest train departs at 19:53.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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£27

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£62

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The cheapest trip from Durham to Derby was searched and found on 11 Dec 2025 with a price of £27

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Durham to Derby as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £27 to £265 for a train ticket from Durham to Derby based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £39, which is on 2025-12-17.