The average train between Derby and Aston takes 54 min and the fastest train takes 41 min. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Derby to Aston. 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 30 minutes between Derby and Aston. The earliest departure is at 6:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Derby is at 10:31 PM which arrives into Aston at 11:40 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 54 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

57 min • 1 change

48 min • 1 change

54 min • 1 change

54 min • 1 change
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No, there is no direct train from Derby to Aston. However, there are services departing from Derby station and arriving at Aston station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 54 min.
Derby to Aston train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Derby station.
Derby to Aston train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.
Book your Derby to Aston train tickets online with Cross Country and West Midlands Trains.
The distance between Derby and Aston is 54.4 km. The road distance is 70 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Derby to Birmingham New Street every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £21–35 and the journey takes 45 min.