The average train between Grays and Derby takes 2h 14m and the fastest train takes 1h 49m. There is an hourly train service from Grays 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 Grays and Derby. The earliest departure is at 5:29 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Grays is at 11:35 PM which arrives into Derby at 7:08 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Grays to Derby. However, there are services departing from Grays station and arriving at Derby station via Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.
Grays to Derby train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from London St Pancras Intl station.
Grays to Derby train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Derby station.
Book your Grays to Derby train tickets online with Southeastern and East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Grays and Derby is 202.4 km. The road distance is 242 km.
East Midlands Railways operates a train from London St Pancras Intl to Derby hourly. Tickets cost £60–95 and the journey takes 1h 38m.