Cheap train tickets from Derby to Stoke-on-Trent
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Derby to Stoke-on-Trent Train Schedule
Trip Summary
There are usually 2 daily train trips available from Derby to Stoke-on-Trent. Traveling by train from Derby to Stoke-on-Trent usually takes 40 minutes, but the fastest East Midlands Railway train can make the trip in 39 minutes.
| Distance | 30 mi (48 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 39m |
| Lowest price | $15.36 |
| Trains per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | East Midlands Railway |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Derby to Stoke-on-Trent?
East Midlands Railway is the one and only train line which connects Derby to Stoke-on-Trent. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Midlands Railway | 2 | 0h 40m | $15.36 |
East Midlands Railway train tickets from Derby to Stoke-on-Trent start from $15, and on average cost . Daily there are 2 East Midlands Railway schedules to Stoke-on-Trent. East Midlands Railway in Derby leaves from Peartree Station . And in Stoke-on-Trent trains arrive at Longton Station .
From Derby to Stoke-on-Trent train travel on East Midlands Railway takes 0 hours and 40 minutes. If you are looking to get to Stoke-on-Trent faster, East Midlands Railway offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 0 hours and 39 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, East Midlands Railway offers 2 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Stoke-on-Trent.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Derby to Stoke-on-Trent
Trains from Derby to Stoke-on-Trent are the most crowded on Sunday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Sunday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Derby at 7:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 5:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
Trains leave the station in Derby twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. Luckily, both trains will get you to Stoke-on-Trent with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to get off or switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Stoke-on-Trent to Derby.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Derby?
Main departure station: Peartree Station
There is one train station in Derby.
All train stations in Derby:
Peartree Station
Where is the train station in Stoke-on-Trent?
Main arrival station: Longton Station
Stoke-on-Trent has one train station.
All train stations in Stoke-on-Trent:
Longton Station
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