The average train between Derby and Sherborne takes 5h 28m and the fastest train takes 4h 35m. There is a train service every few hours from Derby to Sherborne. 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 Sherborne. The earliest departure is at 6:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Derby is at 9:32 PM which arrives into Sherborne at 8:28 AM. All services require a transfer at Bristol Temple Meads and take an average of 5h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Derby to Sherborne? 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 Sherborne. However, there are services departing from Derby station and arriving at Sherborne station via Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.
Derby to Sherborne train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Derby station.
Derby to Sherborne train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Sherborne station.
Book your Derby to Sherborne train tickets online with Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) and South Western Railway.
The distance between Derby and Sherborne is 230.9 km. The road distance is 350 km.
You can take a train from Derby to Sherborne via Bristol Temple Meads and Salisbury in around 5h 3m.