The average train between Derby and Whitchurch takes 2h 7m and the fastest train takes 1h 46m. There is a train service every few hours from Derby to Whitchurch. 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 Whitchurch. The earliest departure is at 6:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Derby is at 9:48 PM which arrives into Whitchurch at 11:37 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Derby to Whitchurch. However, there are services departing from Derby station and arriving at Whitchurch station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 7m.
Derby to Whitchurch train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Derby station.
Derby to Whitchurch train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Whitchurch (Shrops) station.
Book your Derby to Whitchurch train tickets online with East Midlands Railways and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Derby and Whitchurch is 81.1 km. The road distance is 103 km.
You can take a train from Derby to Whitchurch (Shrops) via Crewe in around 2h 19m.