The average train between Paisley and Derby takes 6h 40m and the fastest train takes 4h 44m. The train service runs several times per day from Paisley 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 4 hours between Paisley and Derby. The earliest departure is at 12:02 AM at night, and the last departure from Paisley is at 11:53 PM which arrives into Derby at 10:40 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Central and take an average of 6h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Paisley 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 Paisley to Derby. However, there are services departing from Paisley station and arriving at Derby station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.
Paisley to Derby train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Central station.
Paisley to Derby train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Derby station.
Book your Paisley to Derby train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Paisley and Derby is 375.8 km. The road distance is 481 km.
You can take a train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Derby via Glasgow Central and Crewe in around 6h 25m.