The cheapest and fastest trains from Derby to Ambergate
- Cheapest price on 02 Nov
- £6
- Average ticket price on 02 Nov
- £6
- Fastest journey on 02 Nov
- 16 m
- Average journey duration on 02 Nov
- 17 m
- Trains on 02 Nov
- 18
- Distance
- 15 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Derby to Ambergate is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Derby to Ambergate will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 18 trains from Derby to Ambergate, including 18 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 15 km distance in an average of 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 16 m .
The slowest trains will take 17 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.

5:40 0h16 Derby 5:56 Ambergate £6 1 One-way 0 changes
6:59 0h17 Derby 7:16 Ambergate £6 1 One-way 0 changes
7:49 0h17 Derby 8:06 Ambergate £6 1 One-way 0 changes
8:49 0h17 Derby 9:06 Ambergate £6 1 One-way 0 changes
9:49 0h17 Derby 10:06 Ambergate £6 1 One-way 0 changes

5:40 0h16 Derby 5:56 Ambergate £6 1 One-way 0 changes
14:49 0h16 Derby 15:05 Ambergate £6 1 One-way 0 changes
6:59 0h17 Derby 7:16 Ambergate £6 1 One-way 0 changes
7:49 0h17 Derby 8:06 Ambergate £6 1 One-way 0 changes
8:49 0h17 Derby 9:06 Ambergate £6 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Derby to Ambergate
Trains from Derby to Ambergate run on average 6 times per day, taking around 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:40, the last at 23:31. The fastest train covers the 15 km distance in 17m.
Distance 15 km |
Average train duration 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 17m |
First train 5:40 |
Last train 23:31 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Frequently asked questions about your Derby to Ambergate trip
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Live departures
Derby to Ambergate train times
The table below shows live departures for Derby to Ambergate trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 15:03 Derby | 0h17 | 15:20 Ambergate | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:03 Derby | 0h17 | 16:20 Ambergate | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:03 Derby | 0h17 | 17:20 Ambergate | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:03 Derby | 0h17 | 18:20 Ambergate | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:03 Derby | 0h17 | 19:20 Ambergate | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:03 Derby | 0h17 | 20:20 Ambergate | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:56 Derby | 0h17 | 21:13 Ambergate | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:56 Derby | 0h17 | 22:13 Ambergate | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 2 November | |||||
![]() | 5:40 Derby | 0h16 | 5:56 Ambergate | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:59 Derby | 0h17 | 7:16 Ambergate | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:49 Derby | 0h17 | 8:06 Ambergate | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:49 Derby | 0h17 | 9:06 Ambergate | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:49 Derby | 0h17 | 10:06 Ambergate | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:49 Derby | 0h17 | 11:06 Ambergate | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:49 Derby | 0h17 | 12:06 Ambergate | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:49 Derby | 0h17 | 13:06 Ambergate | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:49 Derby | 0h17 | 14:06 Ambergate | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:49 Derby | 0h16 | 15:05 Ambergate | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Derby to Ambergate train
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popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Derby and Ambergate
Most Derby to Ambergate trains use the Derby to Ambergate station pair. Use this guide to compare Derby and Ambergate train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Derby station do trains to Ambergate leave from?
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.
Which Ambergate station do trains from Derby arrive at?
Getting to Ambergate from Ambergate city centre
Ambergate train station facilities and services
Ambergate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Ambergate.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ambergate: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Ambergate: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ambergate: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a step free Category A station. There is level access to the platform that serves both directions to Matlock-Nottingham/Newark Castle. This station has tactile paving at the edge of the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Train stations for Derby to Ambergate
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