The average train between Deal and Derby takes 3h 24m and the fastest train takes 2h 58m. There is a train service every few hours from Deal 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 Deal and Derby. The earliest departure is at 5:58 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Deal is at 10:28 PM which arrives into Derby at 7:09 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

2h 59m • 1 change

3h 1m • 1 change
Arrives next day

3h 39m • 1 change
Arrives next day

4h 33m • 1 change

3h 11m • 1 change

3h 1m • 1 change

3h 14m • 1 change

3h • 1 change

2h 59m • 1 change

2h 59m • 1 change

2h 59m • 1 change

2h 59m • 1 change

3h 56m • 1 change

3h 58m • 1 change

3h 16m • 1 change

3h 14m • 1 change
Want to know about travelling from Deal 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 Deal to Derby. However, there are services departing from Deal station and arriving at Derby station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.
Deal to Derby train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Deal station.
Deal to Derby train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Derby station.
Book your Deal to Derby train tickets online with Southeastern and East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Deal and Derby is 272.9 km. The road distance is 344 km.
You can take a train from Deal to Derby via London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 26m.