The average train between Derby and Harrogate takes 2h 33m and the fastest train takes 1h 55m. There is a train service every few hours from Derby to Harrogate. 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 Harrogate. The earliest departure is at 6:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Derby is at 9:54 PM which arrives into Harrogate at 6:32 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Derby to Harrogate. However, there are services departing from Derby station and arriving at Harrogate station via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.
Derby to Harrogate train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Derby station.
Derby to Harrogate train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Harrogate station.
Book your Derby to Harrogate train tickets online with Cross Country and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Derby and Harrogate is 118.8 km. The road distance is 147 km.
You can take a train from Derby to Harrogate via Leeds in around 2h 6m.