The average train between Derby and Cannock takes 2h 2m and the fastest train takes 1h 10m. There is a train service every few hours from Derby to Cannock. 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 Cannock. The earliest departure is at 6:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Derby is at 10:50 PM which arrives into Cannock at 7:02 AM. All services require a transfer at Tamworth and take an average of 2h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Derby to Cannock. However, there are services departing from Derby station and arriving at Cannock station via Tamworth High Level. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 2m.
Derby to Cannock train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Derby station.
Derby to Cannock train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cannock station.
Book your Derby to Cannock train tickets online with Cross Country and West Midlands Trains.
The distance between Derby and Cannock is 45.3 km. The road distance is 73 km.
You can take a train from Derby to Cannock via Tamworth and Rugeley Trent Valley in around 1h 49m.