The cheapest and fastest trains from Basingstoke to Derby
Cheapest price
£30
Average price
£30
Fastest journey
2 h 52 m
Average duration
2 h 52 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
187 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basingstoke to Derby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basingstoke to Derby will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
Of the 1 trains that leave Basingstoke for Derby every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 187 km distance in an average of 2 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 52 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 52 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
9:492h52Basingstoke12:41Derby£301One-way0 changes
9:492h52Basingstoke12:41Derby£301One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Basingstoke to Derby
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basingstoke to Derby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £30.
Distance: 187 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£46 Average Price | £17 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 11m Average total duration Fastest 2h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 5m Average total duration 6h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Basingstoke to Derby train times
The table below shows live departures for Basingstoke to Derby trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:48 Basingstoke | 2h48 | 13:36 Derby | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:53 Basingstoke | 3h05 | 13:58 Derby | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:49 Basingstoke | 2h52 | 14:41 Derby | 1 change | |
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![]() | 9:49 Basingstoke | 2h52 | 12:41 Derby | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Basingstoke to Derby by train or coach
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Why should you book Basingstoke to Derby trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of East Midlands Railway, Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Basingstoke to Derby.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare CrossCountry with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Basingstoke to Derby.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of East Midlands Railway, Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Basingstoke to Derby.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Basingstoke to Derby.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Basingstoke to Derby
Trains from Basingstoke to Derby run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:48, the last at 22:20. The fastest train covers the 187 km distance in 2h 52m.
Distance 187 km |
Average train duration 2h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 52m |
First train 3:48 |
Last train 22:20 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Basingstoke to Derby trainsCrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Basingstoke and Derby from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Basingstoke to Derby train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basingstoke to Derby by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Derby, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Basingstoke and Derby
Most Basingstoke to Derby trains use the Basingstoke to Derby station pair. Use this guide to compare Basingstoke and Derby train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Basingstoke station do trains to Derby leave from?
Getting to Basingstoke from Basingstoke city centre
Basingstoke train station facilities and services
Basingstoke has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Basingstoke.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Basingstoke. ATMs are available at Basingstoke.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Basingstoke.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Basingstoke: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Basingstoke: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Basingstoke: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station. This station has step-free access to all platforms via lifts from the main entrance. The rear entrance has level access to Platforms 4 and 5 (and to other platforms via lifts) but is only open Monday-Friday 0600 until 1000 and from 1500 until 2345 (closed at weekends) - outside these times a stepped subway must be used. The alternative step-free route from the rear to the main entrance via the street is approximately 380m and includes missing dropped kerbs and sections of route without a pavement. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Derby station do trains from Basingstoke arrive at?
Getting to Derby from Derby city centre
Derby is 1 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Derby train station facilities and services
Derby has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Derby.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Derby.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Derby.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Derby: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Derby: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Derby: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A step free station. This station has step free access. There are lifts to all platforms. There is a subway to platforms 2,3,4 and 5. Platforms 6 and 7 are accessed by lift only. This station has tactile paving at the edges of all platforms and at the foot and top of stairwells, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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