The average train between Derby and Bulwell takes 51 min and the fastest train takes 34 min. There is a train service every few hours from Derby to Bulwell. 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 Bulwell. The earliest departure is at 4:47 AM at night, and the last departure from Derby is at 10:08 PM which arrives into Bulwell at 10:53 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 51 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Derby to Bulwell. However, there are services departing from Derby station and arriving at Bulwell station via Nottingham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 51 min.
Derby to Bulwell train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Derby station.
Derby to Bulwell train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Bulwell station.
Book your Derby to Bulwell train tickets online with East Midlands Railways and Cross Country.
The distance between Derby and Bulwell is 20.5 km. The road distance is 34 km.
You can take a train from Derby to Bulwell via Nottingham in around 1h 17m.