The average train between Rochester and Derby takes 2h 47m and the fastest train takes 2h 24m. There is a train service every few hours from Rochester 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 Rochester and Derby. The earliest departure is at 5:57 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rochester is at 10:32 PM which arrives into Derby at 7:08 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Rochester to Derby. However, there are services departing from Rochester station and arriving at Derby station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.
Rochester to Derby train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Rochester station.
Rochester to Derby train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Derby station.
Book your Rochester to Derby train tickets online with Southeastern and East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Rochester and Derby is 217.7 km. The road distance is 258 km.
You can take a train from Rochester to Derby via London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 39m.