The average train between Lowestoft and Derby takes 4h 42m and the fastest train takes 4h 4m. There is a train service every few hours from Lowestoft 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 Lowestoft and Derby. The earliest departure is at 5:37 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lowestoft is at 11:30 PM which arrives into Derby at 9:21 AM. All services require a transfer at Norwich and take an average of 4h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Lowestoft to Derby? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Lowestoft to Derby. However, there are services departing from Lowestoft station and arriving at Derby station via Nottingham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.
Lowestoft to Derby train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Norwich station.
Lowestoft to Derby train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Nottingham station.
Book your Lowestoft to Derby train tickets online with Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railways and Cross Country.
The distance between Lowestoft and Derby is 223.1 km. The road distance is 281 km.
East Midlands Railways operates a train from Norwich to Nottingham hourly. Tickets cost £65–100 and the journey takes 2h 43m.