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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Nottingham to Derby
Cheapest price
€4
Average price
€8
Fastest journey
21 m
Average duration
25 m
Trains per day
20
Distance
22 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nottingham to Derby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nottingham to Derby will cost around €8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €4.
Of the 20 trains that leave Nottingham for Derby on Mon, Jul 06, 20 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jul 06 the direct trains cover the 22 km distance in an average of 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 21 m .
On Mon, Jul 06 the slowest trains will take 28 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
G010988:07 AM0h31Nottingham station (NOT)8:38 AMDerby station (DBY)€41One-way0 transfers- G011183:07 PM0h28Nottingham station (NOT)3:35 PMDerby station (DBY)€41One-way0 transfers
- G007572:41 PM0h21Nottingham station (NOT)3:02 PMDerby station (DBY)€41One-way0 transfers
- G007458:38 AM0h28Nottingham station (NOT)9:06 AMDerby station (DBY)€41One-way0 transfers
- G011131:07 PM0h29Nottingham station (NOT)1:36 PMDerby station (DBY)€41One-way0 transfers
- G007572:41 PM0h21Nottingham station (NOT)3:02 PMDerby station (DBY)€41One-way0 transfers
- G007551:41 PM0h21Nottingham station (NOT)2:02 PMDerby station (DBY)€41One-way0 transfers
- G007437:37 AM0h26Nottingham station (NOT)8:03 AMDerby station (DBY)€41One-way0 transfers
- G011183:07 PM0h28Nottingham station (NOT)3:35 PMDerby station (DBY)€41One-way0 transfers
- G007458:38 AM0h28Nottingham station (NOT)9:06 AMDerby station (DBY)€41One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Nottingham to Derby
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Derby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €2, and a bus costs an average of €4.
Distance: 22 km
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57m Average total duration Fastest 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 41m Average total duration 1h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Nottingham to Derby train times
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Derby trains for today, Sunday, July 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 C21830 | On time 8:00 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h28 | 8:28 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C04398 | On time 8:30 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h21 | 8:51 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21786 | On time 9:17 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h31 | 9:48 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01090 | On time 9:56 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h21 | 10:17 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70737 · C21816 | On time 10:12 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h36 | 10:48 AM Derby station (DBY) | 1 transfer | |
| C21601 | On time 10:23 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h31 | 10:54 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01093 | On time 11:16 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h20 | 11:36 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21604 | On time 11:23 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h31 | 11:54 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01096 | On time 12:16 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h20 | 12:36 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21607 | On time 12:23 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h31 | 12:54 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70678 · W70947 | On time 1:10 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h34 | 1:44 PM Derby station (DBY) | 1 transfer | |
| C21801 | On time 1:23 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h31 | 1:54 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01104 | On time 2:16 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h20 | 2:36 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21798 | On time 2:23 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h32 | 2:55 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01105 | On time 3:12 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h21 | 3:33 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21826 | On time 3:23 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h32 | 3:55 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70693 · C21764 | On time 4:10 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h32 | 4:42 PM Derby station (DBY) | 1 transfer | |
| C21609 | On time 4:23 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h32 | 4:55 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21668 · C21768 | On time 4:47 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h43 | 5:30 PM Derby station (DBY) | 1 transfer | |
| G01111 | On time 5:16 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h19 | 5:35 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21614 | On time 5:23 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h32 | 5:55 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70702 · W70973 | On time 5:47 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h43 | 6:30 PM Derby station (DBY) | 1 transfer | |
| G01116 | On time 6:16 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h20 | 6:36 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21824 | On time 6:23 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h32 | 6:55 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21685 · W70980 | On time 6:47 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h43 | 7:30 PM Derby station (DBY) | 1 transfer | |
| C21792 | On time 7:23 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h32 | 7:55 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70713 · C21757 | On time 7:59 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h31 | 8:30 PM Derby station (DBY) | 1 transfer | |
| G00770 | On time 8:15 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h21 | 8:36 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, July 6 | |||||
| G01095 | 7:04 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h30 | 7:34 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21832 | 7:17 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h29 | 7:46 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00743 | 7:37 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h26 | 8:03 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21336 | 7:51 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h29 | 8:20 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nottingham to Derby
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Nottingham to Derby run on average 8 times per day, taking around 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €2 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 22 km distance in 20m.
Distance 22 km |
Average train duration 27m |
Cheapest ticket price €2 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 20m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 3 days |
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FAQs: Trains from Nottingham to Derby
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham 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 Nottingham to Derby
Most Nottingham to Derby trains use the Nottingham to Derby station pair, with some services arriving at Spondon. Use this guide to compare Nottingham and Derby train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Nottingham station do trains to Derby leave from?
Getting to Nottingham from Nottingham city centre
Nottingham train station facilities and services
Nottingham has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Nottingham.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Nottingham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nottingham. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, 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 Nottingham: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Nottingham: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nottingham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a category A access station. There are lifts available to all platforms and there is level and ramp access to the concourse and ticket office/machines. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: none, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster at 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.
Which Derby station do trains from Nottingham 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.
Getting to Spondon from Derby city centre
Spondon is 4 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Spondon train station facilities and services
Spondon has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Spondon.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Spondon: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Spondon: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Spondon: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. This station has a degree of step free access to the platform which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check for details. Level ramped access to both platforms from level crossing. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on IUP, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Peartree from Derby city centre
Peartree is 2 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Peartree train station facilities and services
Peartree has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Peartree.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Peartree: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Peartree: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Peartree: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to both platforms via ramps. These ramps have a very steep gradient. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edge of the platforms, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on IUP, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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