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London to Derby Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from London to Derby, starting from $5.12 and averaging $25.44. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 25m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Fri, May 2
From $9.64
Sat, May 3
From $6.75
Sun, May 4
From $10.90
Mon, May 5
From $10.90
Tue, May 6
From $5.12
Wed, May 7
From $10.90
Thu, May 8

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
00:39 London Euston	06:41 Derby	6h 2m, Changes required	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
01:39 London Euston	07:36 Derby	5h 57m, Changes required	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
05:27 London St Pancras International	07:08 Derby	1h 41m, Direct		Find Tickets
05:59 London St Pancras International	07:29 Derby	1h 30m, Direct		Find Tickets
06:05 London St Pancras International	08:14 Derby	2h 9m, Changes required		Find Tickets
06:43 London Euston	08:43 Paris	2h 0m, Changes required	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets View More Trains

London to Derby Train Route Details

First train

00:39

Last train

23:35

Departure station

London

Arrival station

Derby

Journey time

1h 25m

Distance

114 miles

Price

$5.12*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from London to Derby

Season Tickets for frequent travel

For frequent travelers between London and Derby, consider a Season Ticket, providing unlimited travel between specified stations for different durations, such as weekly, monthly, annual, or flexi. Alongside substantial savings, enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey.

Network Railcard for South East England

By purchasing a Network Railcard for only £30 per year, unlock incredible savings of up to 1/3 on every ticket for your travels within London and the South East. With this Railcard in hand, you can enjoy reduced costs on various ticket types, including Standard or Super Off-Peak Tickets.

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from London to Derby. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from London to Derby, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from London to Derby ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from London to Derby more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

London to Derby Train Ticket Types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

Off-peak & Super Off-peak Tickets
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Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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These are valid for both the outbound and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
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Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
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This is a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.

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London to Derby Train prices and times

London to Derby Train Route Details

How to book cheap train tickets from London to Derby

Season Tickets for frequent travel

Network Railcard for South East England

Traveling in off-peak train times

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Travel in a group to save 1/3

London to Derby Train Ticket Types

Off-peak & Super Off-peak Tickets

Return train tickets

Advance train tickets

Season train tickets

Why Book Train Tickets With Trip.com?

Split Tickets

National Rail Partners

No Booking Fees on the App

Online Customer Support

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