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Trip Summary
There are 12 daily trains from Derby to Longford. Traveling by train from Derby to Longford usually takes around 3 hours and 47 minutes, but the fastest CrossCountry + Connections train can make the trip in 3 hours and 24 minutes.
| Distance | 109 mi (175 km) |
| Fastest train | 3h 24m |
| Lowest price | £96.05 |
| Most frequent service | CrossCountry + Connections |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Derby to Longford?
CrossCountry + Connections is the one and only train line which connects Derby to Longford. However, there are 12 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| CrossCountry + Connections | 12 | 3h 48m | £96.05 |
CrossCountry + Connections train tickets from Derby to Longford start from £96, and on average cost . Daily there are 12 CrossCountry + Connections schedules to Longford. CrossCountry + Connections in Derby leaves from Derby Train Station . And in Longford trains arrive at London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 and one other train station.
From Derby to Longford train travel on CrossCountry + Connections takes 3 hours and 48 minutes. If you are looking to get to Longford faster, CrossCountry + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 3 hours and 24 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, CrossCountry + Connections offers 12 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Longford.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Derby and Longford is approximately 109 miles, or 175 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 3 hours and 47 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 24 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Trains departing from Derby to Longford tend to have the most passengers on Monday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Monday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Monday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Derby at 12:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 19:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 12 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Longford to Derby.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Derby?
Main departure station: Derby Train Station
There is one train station in Derby.
All train stations in Derby:
Derby Train Station
Where is the train station in Longford?
Main arrival station: London Heathrow Airport - Arrivals Terminal 5
Longford receives travelers from Derby at its two active train stations.
Train stations in Longford:
London Heathrow Airport - Arrivals Terminal 5
Heathrow Airport London Terminal 4
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