Cheap train tickets from Stoke-on-Trent to Derby
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Stoke-on-Trent to Derby Train Schedule
Trip Summary
12 trains operate daily from Stoke-on-Trent to Derby. The train trip from Stoke-on-Trent to Derby is usually about 43 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest East Midlands Railway train can get you there in as little as 40 minutes.
| Distance | 30 mi (48 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 40m |
| Lowest price | $15.36 |
| Trains per day | 23 |
| Most frequent service | East Midlands Railway |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Stoke-on-Trent to Derby?
East Midlands Railway is the one and only train line which connects Stoke-on-Trent to Derby. However, there are 12 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Midlands Railway | 12 | 0h 44m | $16.11 |
East Midlands Railway train tickets from Stoke-on-Trent to Derby start from $15, and on average cost . Daily there are 12 East Midlands Railway schedules to Derby. East Midlands Railway in Stoke-on-Trent leaves from Longton Station and one other station. And in Derby trains arrive at Derby Train Station and one other train station.
From Stoke-on-Trent to Derby train travel on East Midlands Railway takes 0 hours and 44 minutes. If you are looking to get to Derby faster, East Midlands Railway offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 0 hours and 40 minutes.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Stoke-on-Trent to Derby
Trains departing from Stoke-on-Trent to Derby tend to have the most passengers on Friday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Friday. 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 Friday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Stoke-on-Trent at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 8:00pm. 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 12 scheduled trains on most days. 23 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 Stoke-on-Trent.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Stoke-on-Trent?
Main departure station: Longton Station
There are two stations in Stoke-on-Trent where you can board the train to Derby.
All train stations in Stoke-on-Trent:
Longton Station
Stoke on Trent Railway Station
Where is the train station in Derby?
Main arrival station: Derby Train Station
Derby receives travelers from Stoke-on-Trent at its two active train stations.
All train stations in Derby:
Derby Train Station
Peartree Station
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