The average train between Rotherham and Derby takes 1h 14m and the fastest train takes 44 min. There is an hourly train service from Rotherham 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 Rotherham and Derby. The earliest departure is at 12:11 AM at night, and the last departure from Rotherham is at 11:00 PM which arrives into Derby at 12:17 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Rotherham to Derby. However, there are services departing from Rotherham station and arriving at Derby station via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 14m.
Rotherham to Derby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Rotherham Central station.
Rotherham to Derby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Derby station.
Book your Rotherham to Derby train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Rotherham and Derby is 57 km. The road distance is 68 km.
You can take a train from Rotherham Central to Derby via Sheffield in around 55 min.