The average train between Derby and Lowestoft takes 5h 30m and the fastest train takes 4h 6m. There is a train service every few hours from Derby to Lowestoft. 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 Lowestoft. The earliest departure is at 12:02 AM at night, and the last departure from Derby is at 7:57 PM which arrives into Lowestoft at 6:25 AM. All services require a transfer at Nottingham and take an average of 5h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Derby to Lowestoft? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Derby to Lowestoft. However, there are services departing from Derby station and arriving at Lowestoft station via Norwich. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.
Derby to Lowestoft train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Nottingham station.
Derby to Lowestoft train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Norwich station.
Book your Derby to Lowestoft train tickets online with Cross Country, East Midlands Railways and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Derby and Lowestoft is 223.1 km. The road distance is 281 km.
East Midlands Railways operates a train from Nottingham to Norwich hourly. Tickets cost £65–100 and the journey takes 2h 34m.