Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Southampton Airport Parkway | Derby | No tags | ||||
| Train | Southampton Airport Parkway | Derby | No tags | ||||
| Train | Southampton Airport Parkway | Derby | No tags | ||||
| Train | Southampton Airport Parkway | Derby | No tags | ||||
| Train | Southampton Airport Parkway | Derby | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to travel from Southampton to Derby
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Derby. The journey takes about 7 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £48, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
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 £50
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Southampton 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 Southampton to Derby?
The cheapest train tickets from Southampton to Derby start from £50. The average price for this train route is around £140. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Southampton to Derby?
The average train journey time from Southampton to Derby is 3h 18m, covering a distance of 136 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 54m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Southampton to Derby route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 6 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Southampton to Derby?
The earliest train from Southampton to Derby departs at 07:23. And the latest train departs at 17:23.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Southampton to Derby was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of £47To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Southampton to Derby as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £47 to £317 for a train ticket from Southampton to Derby based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £47, which is on 2025-12-17.
