The average train between Derby and Bath takes 2h 36m and the fastest train takes 2h 26m. There is a train service every few hours from Derby to Bath. 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 Derby and Bath. The earliest departure is at 6:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Derby is at 9:32 PM which arrives into Bath at 12:02 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Derby to Bath. However, there are services departing from Derby station and arriving at Bath station via Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.
Derby to Bath train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Derby station.
Derby to Bath train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.
Book your Derby to Bath train tickets online with Cross Country and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Derby and Bath is 182.4 km. The road distance is 228 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Derby to Bristol Temple Meads hourly. Tickets cost £65–100 and the journey takes 2h.