Trains tickets from Glasgow to Derby

TodayAug 5
TomorrowAug 6
ThuAug 7
from $217
FriAug 8
from $217
SatAug 9
SunAug 10
from $238
MonAug 11
from $217
TueAug 12

Trains leaving Thursday

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: August 7 at
    Departure city: Glasgow
    Departure location: Glasgow Central
    Arrival time: August 7 at
    Destination city: Derby
    Destination location: Derby
    Operated by: CrossCountryCrossCountry
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: August 7 at
    Departure city: Glasgow
    Departure location: Glasgow Central
    Arrival time: August 7 at
    Destination city: Derby
    Destination location: Derby
    Operated by: CrossCountryCrossCountry
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from Glasgow to Derby.

Bus
Average Price$30 - $140Average Duration11h 50m
9kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average Price$78 - $393Average Duration5h 38m
9kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average Price$31 - $44Average Duration4h 40m
16kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Glasgow to Derby

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Derby. The journey takes about 4 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
4h 40mAverage Duration
$31Cheapest ticket
16kgCO₂ emissions

Train Glasgow to Derby: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$221
Average train trip duration5h 38m
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure7:48am
Distance232 miles (374 km)
Latest train departure10:55am

Glasgow to Derby Train

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

Best price found
08/03
$117
08/04
$213
Today
$207
08/06
$207
08/07
$206
08/08
$206
08/09
$73
08/10
$226
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Glasgow to Derby was searched and found on Aug 9, 2025 with a price of $73

To 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 $73 to $384 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 $73 which is on 2025-08-09.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Glasgow to Derby is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Derby, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Glasgow and Derby, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized train travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Glasgow to Derby.

Did you know?

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

Japanese trains are always on time, it is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologize to each passenger.

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Train from Derby to Glasgow

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