The average train between Rugby and Derby takes 1h 6m and the fastest train takes 52 min. There is a train service every few hours from Rugby 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 Rugby and Derby. The earliest departure is at 5:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rugby is at 10:42 PM which arrives into Derby at 11:54 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Rugby to Derby. However, there are services departing from Rugby station and arriving at Derby station via Tamworth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 6m.
Rugby to Derby train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Rugby station.
Rugby to Derby train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Derby station.
Book your Rugby to Derby train tickets online with West Midlands Trains and Cross Country.
The distance between Rugby and Derby is 63 km. The road distance is 82 km.
You can take a train from Rugby to Derby via Tamworth High Level in around 1h 8m.