The average train between Bath and Derby takes 3h 1m and the fastest train takes 2h 24m. There is a train service every few hours from Bath to Derby. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Bath and Derby. The earliest departure is at 1:01 AM at night, and the last departure from Bath is at 6:48 PM which arrives into Derby at 9:47 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bath to Derby. However, there are services departing from Bath station and arriving at Derby station via Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.
Bath to Derby train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bath to Derby train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Derby station.
Book your Bath to Derby train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Cross Country.
The distance between Bath and Derby is 182.4 km. The road distance is 225 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Derby hourly. Tickets cost £65–100 and the journey takes 2h 4m.