The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Derby
Cheapest price
£71
Average price
£83
Fastest journey
2 h 3 m
Average duration
2 h 21 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
180 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Derby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Derby will cost around £83 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £71.
Of the 6 trains that leave Bristol for Derby every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 180 km distance in an average of 2 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 3 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 31 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.
W34472+
C21762+
Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International9:004h07Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)13:07Derby station (DBY)£711One-way2 changes
G66721 · G009388:012h30Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)10:31Derby station (DBY)£711One-way1 change
G00854 · G667129:002h31Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)11:31Derby station (DBY)£711One-way1 change
G66730 · G0068810:002h31Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)12:31Derby station (DBY)£711One-way1 change
G010628:332h08Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)10:41Derby station (DBY)£1041One-way0 changes
G010649:332h03Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)11:36Derby station (DBY)£1121One-way0 changes
G010628:332h08Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)10:41Derby station (DBY)£1041One-way0 changes
G66721 · G009388:012h30Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)10:31Derby station (DBY)£711One-way1 change
G00854 · G667129:002h31Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)11:31Derby station (DBY)£711One-way1 change
G66730 · G0068810:002h31Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)12:31Derby station (DBY)£711One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bristol to Derby
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Derby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 14m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £16.
Distance: 180 km
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£37 Average Price | £20 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 44m Average total duration Fastest 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 54m Average total duration 3h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bristol to Derby train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Derby trains for tomorrow, Thursday 9 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G66721 · G00938 | 8:01 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h30 | 10:31 Derby station (DBY) | 1 change | |
G01062 | 8:33 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h08 | 10:41 Derby station (DBY) | 0 changesdirect | |
G00854 · G66712 | 9:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h31 | 11:31 Derby station (DBY) | 1 change | |
W34472+ Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+ C21762 | 9:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h07 | 13:07 Derby station (DBY) | 2 changes | |
G01064 | 9:33 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h03 | 11:36 Derby station (DBY) | 0 changesdirect | |
G66730 · G00688 | 10:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h31 | 12:31 Derby station (DBY) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Derby
Trains from Bristol to Derby run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:48, the last at 21:35. The fastest train covers the 180 km distance in 2h 3m.
Distance 180 km |
Average train duration 2h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 3m |
First train 3:48 |
Last train 21:35 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bristol to Derby trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bristol and Derby from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bristol to Derby train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol 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 Bristol and Derby
Most Bristol to Derby trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Derby station pair, with some services arriving at Spondon. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Derby train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre
Bristol Temple Meads train station facilities and services
Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
Getting to Bristol, Airport from Bristol city centre
Bristol, Airport is 11 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Bristol, Airport train station facilities and services
Bristol, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Dexters, Brunel Bar & Kitchen
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the airport terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bristol, Airport. Information desks are located in the main terminal.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bristol, Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol, Airport: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol, Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport, Holiday Inn Bristol Airport, Winford Manor Hotel.
Getting to Montpelier from Bristol city centre
Montpelier is 1 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Montpelier train station facilities and services
Montpelier has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Montpelier.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Montpelier: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Montpelier: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Montpelier: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform, Accessible taxis: No, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Derby station do trains from Bristol 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.
Getting to Spondon from Derby city centre
Spondon is 4 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Spondon train station facilities and services
Spondon has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Spondon.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Spondon: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Spondon: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Spondon: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. This station has a degree of step free access to the platform which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check for details. Level ramped access to both platforms from level crossing. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on IUP, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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