Trains tickets from Reading to Derby

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Today11 Jul
Tomorrow12 Jul
Sun13 Jul
from US$64
Mon14 Jul
from US$56
Tue15 Jul
Wed16 Jul
from US$56
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 13 July at
    Departure city: Reading
    Departure location: Reading
    Arrival time: 13 July at
    Destination city: Derby
    Destination location: Derby
    Operated by: CrossCountryCrossCountry
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 13 July at
    Departure city: Reading
    Departure location: Reading
    Arrival time: 13 July at
    Destination city: Derby
    Destination location: Derby
    Operated by: CrossCountryCrossCountry
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 13 July at
    Departure city: Reading
    Departure location: Reading
    Arrival time: 13 July at
    Destination city: Derby
    Destination location: Derby
    Operated by: CrossCountryCrossCountry
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 13 July at
    Departure city: Reading
    Departure location: Reading
    Arrival time: 13 July at
    Destination city: Derby
    Destination location: Derby
    Operated by: CrossCountryCrossCountry
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 13 July at
    Departure city: Reading
    Departure location: Reading
    Arrival time: 13 July at
    Destination city: Derby
    Destination location: Derby
    Operated by: CrossCountryCrossCountry
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Reading to Derby

Average priceUS$26 - US$31Average duration7h 5m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Average priceUS$63 - US$345Average duration2h 22m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average priceUS$27 - US$27Average duration2h 20m
7kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Reading to Derby

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Derby. The journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just US$27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
2h 20mAverage duration
US$27Cheapest ticket
7kgCO₂ emissions

Train Reading to Derby: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$158
Average train trip duration2h 22m
Number of daily trains6
Earliest train departure07:15
Distance103 miles
Latest train departure21:15

Reading to Derby Train

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Whether it is train tickets or first class train tickets going to Derby from Reading, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Reading - Derby

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Reading to Derby cost?

    The average train ticket price from Reading to Derby is US$158. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Reading to Derby is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Reading to Derby?

    A train trip between Reading and Derby is around 2h 22m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 12m. This is the time it takes to travel the 104 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Reading and Derby?

    The number of trains from Reading to Derby can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 6. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Reading to Derby by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from Reading to Derby?

    When taking the train from Reading to Derby, you can travel comfortably and safely with CrossCountry.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
09/07
US$40
10/07
US$54
Today
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12/07
US$60
13/07
US$61
14/07
US$53
15/07
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16/07
US$53
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Reading to Derby was searched and found on 9 Jul 2025 with a price of US$40

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

You can expect to pay from US$40 to US$329 for a train ticket from Reading to Derby based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$53, which is on 2025-07-14.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Reading and Derby is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Derby.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Derby, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

By choosing the train between Reading and Derby, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Create your own real-life musical score by curating a personalised train travel playlist – the perfect accompaniment for your journey from Reading to Derby.

Did you know?

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

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