The average train between Derby and Horsham takes 3h 18m and the fastest train takes 3h. There is an hourly train service from Derby to Horsham. 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 Horsham. The earliest departure is at 4:14 AM at night, and the last departure from Derby is at 10:20 PM which arrives into Horsham at 7:12 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Derby to Horsham. However, there are services departing from Derby station and arriving at Horsham station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.
Derby to Horsham train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Derby station.
Derby to Horsham train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Horsham station.
Book your Derby to Horsham train tickets online with East Midlands Railways and Thameslink.
The distance between Derby and Horsham is 221.2 km. The road distance is 271 km.
You can take a train from Derby to Horsham via London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 23m.