The average train between Derby and Middlesbrough takes 2h 48m and the fastest train takes 2h 22m. There is a train service every few hours from Derby to Middlesbrough. 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 Middlesbrough. The earliest departure is at 7:17 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Derby is at 8:00 PM which arrives into Middlesbrough at 10:37 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Derby to Middlesbrough. However, there are services departing from Derby station and arriving at Middlesbrough station via York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.
Derby to Middlesbrough train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Derby station.
Derby to Middlesbrough train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Middlesbrough station.
Book your Derby to Middlesbrough train tickets online with Cross Country and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Derby and Middlesbrough is 184.5 km. The road distance is 221 km.
You can take a train from Derby to Middlesbrough via York in around 2h 54m.