The average train between Folkestone and Derby takes 2h 49m and the fastest train takes 2h 28m. There is a train service every few hours from Folkestone to Derby. 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 Folkestone and Derby. The earliest departure is at 5:57 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Folkestone is at 10:58 PM which arrives into Derby at 7:08 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Derby. However, there are services departing from Folkestone station and arriving at Derby station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.
Folkestone to Derby train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Folkestone Central station.
Folkestone to Derby train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Derby station.
Book your Folkestone to Derby train tickets online with Southeastern and East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Folkestone and Derby is 273.2 km. The road distance is 318 km.
You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Derby via London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 54m.