The average train between Ludlow and Derby takes 3h 13m and the fastest train takes 2h 28m. There is a train service every few hours from Ludlow 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 Ludlow and Derby. The earliest departure is at 6:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ludlow is at 11:57 PM which arrives into Derby at 7:28 AM. All services require a transfer at Shrewsbury and take an average of 3h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Ludlow to Derby. However, there are services departing from Ludlow station and arriving at Derby station via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.
Ludlow to Derby train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Ludlow station.
Ludlow to Derby train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Derby station.
Book your Ludlow to Derby train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Cross Country and West Midlands Trains.
The distance between Ludlow and Derby is 104.1 km. The road distance is 178 km.
You can take a train from Ludlow to Derby via Shrewsbury and Birmingham New Street in around 2h 41m.