The average train between Derby and Arbroath takes 6h 48m and the fastest train takes 6h 9m. The train service runs several times per day from Derby to Arbroath. 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 every 3 hours between Derby and Arbroath. The earliest departure is at 6:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Derby is at 6:45 PM which arrives into Arbroath at 6:32 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Derby to Arbroath. However, there are services departing from Derby station and arriving at Arbroath station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 48m.
Derby to Arbroath train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Derby station.
Derby to Arbroath train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Arbroath station.
Book your Derby to Arbroath train tickets online with Cross Country, ScotRail and 2 other operators.
The distance between Derby and Arbroath is 411 km. The road distance is 605 km.
You can take a train from Derby to Arbroath via Edinburgh Waverley in around 6h 39m.