The average train between Swindon and Derby takes 3h 29m and the fastest train takes 2h 46m. There is a train service every few hours from Swindon 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 Swindon and Derby. The earliest departure is at 6:32 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Swindon is at 11:42 PM which arrives into Derby at 8:42 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Derby. However, there are services departing from Swindon station and arriving at Derby station via Cheltenham Spa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.
Swindon to Derby train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.
Swindon to Derby train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Derby station.
Book your Swindon to Derby train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Cross Country.
The distance between Swindon and Derby is 153.2 km. The road distance is 208 km.
You can take a train from Swindon to Derby via Cheltenham Spa in around 2h 59m.