The average train between Derby and Dunbar takes 5h 12m and the fastest train takes 3h 45m. The train service runs several times per day from Derby to Dunbar. 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 Dunbar. The earliest departure is at 6:58 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Derby is at 9:05 PM which arrives into Dunbar at 9:57 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Derby to Dunbar. However, there are services departing from Derby station and arriving at Dunbar station via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.
Derby to Dunbar train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Derby station.
Derby to Dunbar train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Dunbar station.
Book your Derby to Dunbar train tickets online with Cross Country, TransPennine Express and London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER).
The distance between Derby and Dunbar is 348.9 km. The road distance is 419 km.
You can take a train from Derby to Dunbar via Newcastle in around 4h 22m.