The average train between Derby and Chippenham takes 3h 11m and the fastest train takes 2h 46m. There is a train service every few hours from Derby to Chippenham. 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 Chippenham. 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 Chippenham at 5:47 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Derby to Chippenham. However, there are services departing from Derby station and arriving at Chippenham station via Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.
Derby to Chippenham train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Derby station.
Derby to Chippenham train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.
Book your Derby to Chippenham train tickets online with Cross Country and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Derby and Chippenham is 168.5 km. The road distance is 249 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Derby to Bristol Temple Meads hourly. Tickets cost £65–95 and the journey takes 2h 1m.