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

The average train ticket price from Derby to Bristol is $151. The best way to find train tickets from Derby to Bristol 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!

How long is the train trip from Derby to Bristol?

A train trip between Derby and Bristol is around 2h 2m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 48m. This is the time it takes to travel the 112 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Derby and Bristol?

The number of trains from Derby to Bristol can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 11.560000000000002. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Derby to Bristol by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Derby to Bristol?

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

What are the best sights and things to do in Bristol?

Once in Bristol, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Bristol Hippodrome, Bristol City Museum & Art Gallery, Bristol Zoo Gardens, Bristol Aquarium, Old City.

Train Derby to Bristol from $42 | Refundable Tickets

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: June 26 at 7:28am
Departure city: Derby
Departure location: Derby
Arrival time: June 26 at 9:20am
Destination city: Bristol
Destination location: Bristol Parkway
Operated by: CrossCountry
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 1h 52m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: June 26 at 4:31pm
Departure city: Derby
Departure location: Derby
Arrival time: June 26 at 6:20pm
Destination city: Bristol
Destination location: Bristol Parkway
Operated by: CrossCountry
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 1h 49m
Departure time: June 26 at 7:28am
Departure city: Derby
Departure location: Derby
Arrival time: June 26 at 9:20am
Destination city: Bristol
Destination location: Bristol Parkway
Operated by: CrossCountry
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 1h 52m
Departure time: June 26 at 7:51am
Departure city: Derby
Departure location: Derby
Arrival time: June 26 at 10:01am
Destination city: Bristol
Destination location: Bristol Parkway
Operated by: CrossCountry
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 2h 10m
Departure time: June 26 at 7:51am
Departure city: Derby
Departure location: Derby
Arrival time: June 26 at 10:01am
Destination city: Bristol
Destination location: Bristol Parkway
Operated by: CrossCountry
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 2h 10m

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Compare 3 ways to go from Derby to Bristol.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$18 - $108	Average Duration8h 35m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$39 - $356	Average Duration2h 2m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Fastest
Carpool	Average Price$17 - $17	Average Duration2h 20m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Cheapest

Busbud recommends taking the train from Derby to Bristol

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Bristol. The journey takes about 2 hours 2 minutes and with fares starting at just $39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12train per day

2h 2mAverage Duration

$39Cheapest ticket

4kgCO₂ emissions

Train Derby to Bristol: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$151

Average train trip duration2h 2m

Number of daily trains11.560000000000002

Earliest train departure7:28am

Distance107 miles (172 km)

Latest train departure8:31pm

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/542 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4

Wifi4.1

Based on 42 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the value for money. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at $39

Train and bus companies in GB:RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Northern, Transpennine Express, ScotRail

Derby to Bristol Train

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

Best price found

06/23

$54

06/24

$48

Today

$54

06/26

$54

06/27

$54

06/28

$42

06/29

$69

06/30

$53

The cheapest trip from Derby to Bristol was searched and found on Jun 28, 2025 with a price of $42

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

You can expect to pay from $42 to $338 for a train ticket from Derby to Bristol based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $42 which is on 2025-06-28.

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Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Bristol you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Derby and Bristol compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized train travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Derby to Bristol.

Did you know?

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while traveling more than 17,000 km.

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

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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