The average train between Derby and Sleaford takes 1h 54m and the fastest train takes 1h 19m. There is a train service every few hours from Derby to Sleaford. 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 Sleaford. The earliest departure is at 4:47 AM at night, and the last departure from Derby is at 8:47 PM which arrives into Sleaford at 10:40 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Derby to Sleaford. However, there are services departing from Derby station and arriving at Sleaford station via Nottingham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 54m.
Derby to Sleaford train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Derby station.
Derby to Sleaford train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Sleaford station.
Book your Derby to Sleaford train tickets online with Cross Country and East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Derby and Sleaford is 72 km. The road distance is 90 km.
You can take a train from Derby to Sleaford via Nottingham in around 2h 23m.