The average train between Middlesbrough and Derby takes 3h 14m and the fastest train takes 2h 32m. There is a train service every few hours from Middlesbrough 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 Middlesbrough and Derby. The earliest departure is at 6:17 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Middlesbrough is at 11:29 PM which arrives into Derby at 7:49 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Middlesbrough to Derby. However, there are services departing from Middlesbrough station and arriving at Derby station via York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.
Middlesbrough to Derby train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Middlesbrough station.
Middlesbrough to Derby train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Derby station.
Book your Middlesbrough to Derby train tickets online with TransPennine Express, Cross Country and London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER).
The distance between Middlesbrough and Derby is 184.5 km. The road distance is 221 km.
You can take a train from Middlesbrough to Derby via York in around 2h 49m.