The average train between Sheffield and Derby takes 30 min and the fastest train takes 26 min. The train runs at least 3 times per hour from Sheffield 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 20 minutes between Sheffield and Derby. The earliest departure is at 4:58 AM at night, and the last departure from Sheffield is at 11:20 PM which arrives into Derby at 12:06 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 30 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sheffield station and arriving at Derby station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 30 min.
Sheffield to Derby train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Sheffield station.
Sheffield to Derby train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Derby station.
Book your Sheffield to Derby train tickets online with Cross Country and East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Sheffield and Derby is 51.2 km. The road distance is 58 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Sheffield to Derby hourly. Tickets cost £19–27 and the journey takes 27 min. East Midlands Railways also services this route hourly.