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Trip Summary
You can pick from 8 daily train trips between Salisbury and Derby. The average train journey from Salisbury to Derby takes 4 hours and 3 minutes, but some South Western Railway + Connections train trips are as short as 3 hours and 37 minutes.
| Distance | 129 mi (207 km) |
| Fastest train | 3h 37m |
| Lowest price | €120.29 |
| Most frequent service | Great Western Railway + Connections |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Salisbury to Derby?
2 train services operate from Salisbury to Derby. Great Western Railway + Connections usually has more trains scheduled, with 5 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Great Western Railway + Connections | 5 | 4h 3m | €120.29 |
| South Western Railway + Connections | 3 | 4h 3m | €120.29 |
Great Western Railway + Connections train tickets from Salisbury to Derby start from €120, and on average cost . Daily there are 5 Great Western Railway + Connections schedules to Derby. Great Western Railway + Connections in Salisbury leaves from Salisbury Train Station . And in Derby trains arrive at Derby Train Station .
From Salisbury to Derby train travel on Great Western Railway + Connections takes 4 hours and 3 minutes. If you are looking to get to Derby faster, Great Western Railway + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 3 hours and 37 minutes.
UK's South Western Railway operates passenger rail services in London, Windsor, Reading, and Southampton. Both standard class and first-class seating are available, with the first-class section clearly marked and physically separated from the rest of the train by internal doorways. These cars offer more space and quiet away from the more crowded areas.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Salisbury and Derby is approximately 129 miles, or 207 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours and 3 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 37 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.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Salisbury to Derby on Wednesday. Tickets for Wednesday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Wednesday. Wednesday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Salisbury at 06:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 16:00. 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 8 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.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Salisbury?
Main departure station: Salisbury Train Station
There is one train station in Salisbury.
All train stations in Salisbury:
Salisbury Train Station
Where is the train station in Derby?
Main arrival station: Derby Train Station
Derby has one train station.
Train stations in Derby:
Derby Train Station
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