The average train between Perth and Derby takes 6h 57m and the fastest train takes 5h 19m. There is a train service every few hours from Perth 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 2 hours between Perth and Derby. The earliest departure is at 6:19 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Perth is at 11:28 PM which arrives into Derby at 10:26 AM. All services require a transfer at Edinburgh Waverley and take an average of 6h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Perth 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 Perth to Derby. However, there are services departing from Perth station and arriving at Derby station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 57m.
Perth to Derby train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Perth station.
Perth to Derby train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Derby station.
Book your Perth to Derby train tickets online with ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Perth and Derby is 406 km. The road distance is 555 km.
You can take a train from Perth to Derby via Edinburgh Waverley and York in around 5h 46m.