The average train between Cardiff and Derby takes 2h 47m and the fastest train takes 2h 42m. There is a train service every few hours from Cardiff 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 Cardiff and Derby. The earliest departure is at 6:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 7:50 PM which arrives into Derby at 10:50 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff station and arriving at Derby station. Services depart hourly, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 2h 47m.
Cardiff to Derby train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.
Cardiff to Derby train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Derby station.
Book your Cardiff to Derby train tickets online with Cross Country.
The distance between Cardiff and Derby is 198 km. The road distance is 239 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Cardiff Central to Derby every 2 hours. Tickets cost £75–120 and the journey takes 2h 45m.
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