The average train between Derby and Cornwall takes 7h 50m and the fastest train takes 5h 56m. The train service runs several times per day from Derby to Cornwall. 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 4 hours between Derby and Cornwall. The earliest departure is at 6:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Derby is at 7:31 PM which arrives into Cornwall at 8:27 AM. All services require a transfer at Plymouth and take an average of 7h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Derby to Cornwall? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Derby to Cornwall. However, there are services departing from Derby station and arriving at Cornwall station via Plymouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 50m.
Derby to Cornwall train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Derby station.
Derby to Cornwall train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Par station.
Book your Derby to Cornwall train tickets online with Cross Country and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Derby and Cornwall is 358.5 km. The road distance is 475 km.
You can take a train from Derby to Luxulyan via Plymouth and Par in around 6h 41m.