The average train between Bournemouth and Derby takes 4h 9m and the fastest train takes 3h 50m. There is a train service every few hours from Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth and Derby. The earliest departure is at 6:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bournemouth is at 7:45 PM which arrives into Derby at 9:40 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

4h 10m • 1 change

4h 6m • 1 change

4h 1m • 1 change

3h 51m • 1 change

4h 10m • 1 change

4h 6m • 1 change

4h 1m • 1 change

3h 51m • 1 change

4h 6m • 1 change

3h 51m • 1 change

3h 56m • 1 change

3h 51m • 1 change

3h 56m • 1 change

3h 56m • 1 change

3h 56m • 1 change

3h 57m • 1 change
Want to know about travelling from Bournemouth to Derby? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Derby. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth station and arriving at Derby station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.
Bournemouth to Derby train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bournemouth station.
Bournemouth to Derby train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Derby station.
Book your Bournemouth to Derby train tickets online with Cross Country.
The distance between Bournemouth and Derby is 246.4 km. The road distance is 345 km.
You can take a train from Bournemouth to Derby via Birmingham New Street in around 4h 3m.