The average train between Luton and Derby takes 2h 3m and the fastest train takes 1h 45m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Luton 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 every 30 minutes between Luton and Derby. The earliest departure is at 12:38 AM at night, and the last departure from Luton is at 11:19 PM which arrives into Derby at 2:01 AM. All services require a transfer at Kettering and take an average of 2h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


1h 47m • 2 changes


1h 59m • 2 changes


1h 48m • 2 changes


1h 59m • 2 changes


6h 30m • 2 changes


2h 3m • 2 changes


1h 45m • 2 changes


1h 57m • 2 changes


6h 30m • 2 changes


2h 3m • 2 changes


1h 45m • 2 changes


1h 57m • 2 changes
Want to know about travelling from Luton 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 Luton to Derby. However, there are services departing from Luton station and arriving at Derby station via Kettering. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 3m.
Luton to Derby train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Luton station.
Luton to Derby train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Derby station.
Book your Luton to Derby train tickets online with East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Luton and Derby is 136.4 km. The road distance is 157 km.
You can take a train from Luton to Derby via Kettering and Leicester in around 2h 10m.