How much is the train ticket from Darlington to Derby?

The cheapest train tickets from Darlington to Derby start from $30. The average price for this train route is around $172. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Darlington to Derby?

The average train ride duration from Darlington to Derby is 2h 15m, covering a distance of 111 miles (179 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 45m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators service the Darlington to Derby route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 10 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Darlington to Derby?

The earliest train departs from Darlington to Derby at 7:11am. And the latest train departs at 8:11pm.

Train Darlington to Derby from $29

Next train departures

Next departures for Darlington to Derby on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:06am	Darlington	1h 47m	10:53am	Derby	Cheapest
Train	3:06pm	Darlington	1h 45m	4:51pm	Derby	Fastest
Train	7:11am	Darlington	2h 15m	9:26am	Derby	No tags
Train	7:11am	Darlington	2h 15m	9:26am	Derby	No tags
Train	8:11am	Darlington	2h 15m	10:26am	Derby	No tags

Next departures for Darlington to Derby on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:11pm	Darlington	2h 15m	8:26pm	Derby	Cheapest
Train	3:06pm	Darlington	1h 45m	4:51pm	Derby	Fastest
Train	7:11am	Darlington	2h 15m	9:26am	Derby	No tags
Train	7:11am	Darlington	2h 15m	9:26am	Derby	No tags
Train	8:11am	Darlington	2h 15m	10:26am	Derby	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:08 PM GMT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Darlington to Derby

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Derby. The journey takes about 3 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $41, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

3h 15mAverage Duration

111 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$41 - $49	Average Duration3h 15m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$30 - $365	Average Duration2h 15m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi4.1

Based on 44 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travelers 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 $30

Train and bus companies in GB:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Darlington to Derby by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Darlington to Derby?
The cheapest train tickets from Darlington to Derby start from $30. The average price for this train route is around $172. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Darlington to Derby?
The average train ride duration from Darlington to Derby is 2h 15m, covering a distance of 111 miles (179 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 45m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators service the Darlington to Derby route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 10 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Darlington to Derby?
The earliest train departs from Darlington to Derby at 7:11am. And the latest train departs at 8:11pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/28

$76

11/29

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12/01

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12/02

$29

12/03

$77

12/04

$54

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The cheapest trip from Darlington to Derby was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $29

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Darlington to Derby, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $29 to $346 for a train ticket from Darlington to Derby based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $29 which is on 2025-12-02.