The average train between Derby and Spalding takes 3h 18m and the fastest train takes 2h 46m. The train service runs several times per day from Derby to Spalding. 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 every 2 hours between Derby and Spalding. The earliest departure is at 5:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Derby is at 9:52 PM which arrives into Spalding at 7:02 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Derby to Spalding. However, there are services departing from Derby station and arriving at Spalding station via Lincoln Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.
Derby to Spalding train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Derby station.
Derby to Spalding train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Spalding station.
Book your Derby to Spalding train tickets online with East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Derby and Spalding is 90.2 km. The road distance is 144 km.
You can take a train from Derby to Spalding via Lincoln Central in around 3h 8m.