The average train between West Midlands and Derby takes 53 min and the fastest train takes 47 min. There is an hourly train service from West Midlands 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 West Midlands and Derby. The earliest departure is at 5:49 AM in the morning, and the last departure from West Midlands is at 10:39 PM which arrives into Derby at 11:54 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 53 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from West Midlands to Derby. However, there are services departing from West Midlands station and arriving at Derby station via Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 53 min.
West Midlands to Derby train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Birmingham New Street station.
West Midlands to Derby train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Derby station.
Book your West Midlands to Derby train tickets online with West Midlands Trains and Cross Country.
The distance between West Midlands and Derby is 57.4 km. The road distance is 72 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Derby every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £21–30 and the journey takes 44 min.