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Darlington to Derby Train Schedule
Trip Summary
You can pick from 8 daily train trips between Darlington and Derby. The average train journey from Darlington to Derby takes 3 hours and 6 minutes, but some CrossCountry train trips are as short as 2 hours and 58 minutes.
| Distance | 111 mi (178 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 58m |
| Lowest price | $98.91 |
| Trains per day | 7 |
| Most frequent service | CrossCountry |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Darlington to Derby?
2 train services operate from Darlington to Derby. CrossCountry usually has more trains scheduled, with 7 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| CrossCountry | 7 | 3h 4m | $118.85 |
| London North Eastern Railway | 1 | 3h 17m | $116.61 |
CrossCountry operates an extensive rail network in the U.K., centered in Birmingham. In standard class, passengers enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi, power outlets, and onboard restrooms. Trains also contain a small café or a trolley that passes through the carriages. An upgrade to first-class gives passengers more legroom and complimentary food. The journey from Darlington to Derby usually takes about 3 hours and 4 minutes on a CrossCountry train. There are 7 trips on this route every day, and 0 daily trips on weekends.
London North Eastern Railway (LNER) is a privately-owned train company that operates passenger services on behalf of the UK government. LNER manages the prestigious East Coast mainline route, connecting London King's Cross Station to various cities, including Leeds, Bradford, and Hull. With a comprehensive network of 55 stations and a fleet of approximately 75 trains, LNER facilitates numerous daily journeys, offering standard and first-class ticket options.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Darlington to Derby
Friday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Darlington to Derby. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Friday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Friday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Darlington at 5:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 4:00pm. 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. 7 of these are direct connections to Derby. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Derby to Darlington.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Darlington?
Main departure station: Darlington Station
There is one train station in Darlington.
All train stations in Darlington:
Darlington Station
Where is the train station in Derby?
Main arrival station: Derby Train Station
Derby has one train station.
All train stations in Derby:
Derby Train Station
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