The average train between Derby and Didcot takes 2h 31m and the fastest train takes 2h 14m. The train service runs several times per day from Derby to Didcot. 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 Didcot. The earliest departure is at 7:13 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Derby is at 5:54 PM which arrives into Didcot at 8:23 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Derby to Didcot. However, there are services departing from Derby station and arriving at Didcot station via Oxford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.
Derby to Didcot train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Derby station.
Derby to Didcot train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Oxford station.
Book your Derby to Didcot train tickets online with Cross Country and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Derby and Didcot is 146.9 km. The road distance is 185 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Derby to Oxford every 4 hours. Tickets cost £50–80 and the journey takes 1h 41m.