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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Glasgow Central | Derby | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Glasgow Central | Derby | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Glasgow to Derby
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Derby. The journey takes about 5 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 983, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 44 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the value for money. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 054
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Glasgow to Derby by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Glasgow to Derby?
The cheapest train tickets from Glasgow to Derby start from R 1 054. The average price for this train route is around R 5 121. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Glasgow to Derby?
The average train journey time from Glasgow to Derby is 5h 38m, covering a distance of 374 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 3m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Glasgow to Derby route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Glasgow to Derby?
The earliest train from Glasgow to Derby departs at 07:48. And the latest train departs at 10:55.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Glasgow to Derby was searched and found on 02 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 261To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Glasgow to Derby as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 261 to R 5 486 for a train ticket from Glasgow to Derby based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 264, which is on 2025-12-03.
