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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Derby
Cheapest price on Oct 27
€69
Average ticket price on Oct 27
€132
Fastest journey on Oct 27
4 h 31 m
Average journey duration on Oct 27
4 h 40 m
Trains on Oct 27
21
Distance
373 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Derby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Derby will cost around €132 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €69.
It's difficult to get from Glasgow to Derby without transferring at least once.
W29884+
L878389:00 AM5h27Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)2:27 PMDerby station (DBY)€691One-way1 transfer- W29909+L8793812:45 PM5h42Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)6:27 PMDerby station (DBY)€691One-way1 transfer
- G01170+L879853:45 PM5h40Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)9:25 PMDerby station (DBY)€691One-way1 transfer
- G01166+C147631:45 PM5h42Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)7:27 PMDerby station (DBY)€691One-way1 transfer
- G01169+L879692:45 PM5h42Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)8:27 PMDerby station (DBY)€691One-way1 transfer
W33903+G00688+
C178748:00 AM4h31Glasgow Central (GLC)12:31 PMDerby station (DBY)€1111One-way2 transfers- W33999+G66837+C178633:57 PM4h34Glasgow Central (GLC)8:31 PMDerby station (DBY)€1111One-way2 transfers
- W33903+
C213008:00 AM4h41Glasgow Central (GLC)12:41 PMDerby station (DBY)€961One-way1 transfer - W33999+C212923:57 PM4h42Glasgow Central (GLC)8:39 PMDerby station (DBY)€1381One-way1 transfer
- C01365+G66797+C180251:38 PM4h51Glasgow Central (GLC)6:29 PMDerby station (DBY)€2031One-way2 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Derby
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Glasgow to Derby run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €27 but you can travel from only €19 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 19:14. The fastest train covers the 373 km distance in 4h 5m.
Distance 373 km |
Average train duration 4h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price €27 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 5m |
First train 12:09 AM |
Last train 7:14 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Live departures
Glasgow to Derby train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Derby trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, October 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W33903+C21300 | 8:00 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h41 | 12:41 PM Derby station (DBY) | 1 transfer | |
| W33903+C17874+G00688 | 8:00 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 4h31 | 12:31 PM Derby station (DBY) | 2 transfers | |
| L87806+G01148 | 8:00 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h27 | 1:27 PM Derby station (DBY) | 1 transfer | |
| W34039 · W33933+C21299 | 8:38 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h02 | 1:40 PM Derby station (DBY) | 2 transfers | |
| L87838+W29884 | 9:00 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h27 | 2:27 PM Derby station (DBY) | 1 transfer |
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Train companies: Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Transpennine Express, Lumo from Glasgow to Derby trainsAvanti West Coast, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Transpennine Express, Lumo trains will get you between Glasgow and Derby from €19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Glasgow and Derby
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
FAQs: Trains from Glasgow to Derby
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Derby by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Derby, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Glasgow to Derby
Most Glasgow to Derby trains use the Glasgow Central to Derby station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Derby train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Glasgow Central from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Central train station facilities and services
Glasgow Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 09:15 - 21:30. Information desks are there is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Central: There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
Getting to Glasgow Queen Street from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Queen Street train station facilities and services
Glasgow Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow Queen Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Queen Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Information Desk on Concourse, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Derby station do trains from Glasgow arrive at?
Getting to Derby from Derby city centre
Derby is 1 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Derby train station facilities and services
Derby has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Derby.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Derby.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Derby.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Derby: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Derby: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Derby: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A step free station. This station has step free access. There are lifts to all platforms. There is a subway to platforms 2,3,4 and 5. Platforms 6 and 7 are accessed by lift only. This station has tactile paving at the edges of all platforms and at the foot and top of stairwells, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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