The average train between Norwich and Derby takes 3h 17m and the fastest train takes 3h. There is a train service every few hours from Norwich 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 Norwich and Derby. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Norwich is at 8:09 PM which arrives into Derby at 11:26 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Norwich to Derby. However, there are services departing from Norwich station and arriving at Derby station via Nottingham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.
Norwich to Derby train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Norwich station.
Norwich to Derby train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Nottingham station.
Book your Norwich to Derby train tickets online with East Midlands Railways and Cross Country.
The distance between Norwich and Derby is 189.5 km. The road distance is 243 km.
East Midlands Railways operates a train from Norwich to Nottingham hourly. Tickets cost £65–100 and the journey takes 2h 43m.