The average train between Derby and Lichfield takes 1h 24m and the fastest train takes 53 min. There is a train service every few hours from Derby to Lichfield. 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 Lichfield. The earliest departure is at 6:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Derby is at 10:50 PM which arrives into Lichfield at 6:11 AM. All services require a transfer at Tamworth and take an average of 1h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Derby to Lichfield. However, there are services departing from Derby station and arriving at Lichfield station via Tamworth High Level. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 24m.
Derby to Lichfield train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Derby station.
Derby to Lichfield train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Tamworth High Level station.
Book your Derby to Lichfield train tickets online with Cross Country, Avanti West Coast and West Midlands Trains.
The distance between Derby and Lichfield is 35.6 km. The road distance is 50 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Derby to Tamworth High Level every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £12–18 and the journey takes 21 min.