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Museum of Carpet
A leading local museum on carpet-making, with working looms, factory stories and hands-on displays that explain Kidderminster’s industrial past.
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£27
Fastest journey
1 h 46 m
Average duration
1 h 55 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
79 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Derby to Kidderminster is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Derby to Kidderminster will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
Of the 2 trains that leave Derby for Kidderminster 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 79 km distance in an average of 1 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 46 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 3 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.




The table below shows live departures for Derby to Kidderminster trains for today, Sunday 2 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 21:31 Derby | 8h01 | 5:32 Kidderminster | 2 changes | |
![]() | 21:44 Derby | 1h46 | 23:30 Kidderminster | 1 change | |
![]() | 22:31 Derby | 8h11 | 6:42 Kidderminster | 2 changes | |
![]() | 22:31 Derby | 8h11 | 6:42 Kidderminster | 1 change | |
| Monday 3 August | |||||
![]() | 8:06 Derby | 2h03 | 10:09 Kidderminster | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:53 Derby | 1h46 | 16:39 Kidderminster | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Derby to Kidderminster run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:33, the last at 21:44. The fastest train covers the 79 km distance in 1h 46m.
Distance 79 km |
Average train duration 1h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 1h 46m |
First train 5:33 |
Last train 21:44 |
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Discover the best of Kidderminster — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Kidderminster trip today.
A leading local museum on carpet-making, with working looms, factory stories and hands-on displays that explain Kidderminster’s industrial past.
A heritage railway station and visitor site with historic steam services, railway exhibits and restored buildings beside the River Severn.
A small civic museum within Hartlebury Castle presenting Worcestershire county history, objects and exhibitions in a historic setting.
A scenic woodland reserve with waymarked trails, wildlife habitats and broad views, popular for longer walks on the edge of Kidderminster.
A large country park with woodlands, picnic areas, seasonal activities and family walks around the estate of the former manor house.
A popular riverside park and nature area with woodland trails, open meadows and play spaces, ideal for easy walks close to town.
A rich Worcestershire sauce-based marinade or seasoning used on grilled meats. It is closely tied to county taste and local pub cooking.
Traditional faggots are pork offal meatballs baked in gravy. They are a long-standing Black Country and Worcestershire comfort food.
Sliced ham in parsley sauce is a classic Midlands supper, often served with potatoes. It is closely associated with Worcestershire home cooking.
Riverside dining room at Brockencote Hall serving refined British dishes in an elegant country-house setting.
Casual local favourite for cooked breakfasts, lunches and cakes, with a friendly café atmosphere in the town centre.
Long-established Indian restaurant known for classic curries and a smart but relaxed atmosphere close to the town centre.
Moderate for the UK: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than in London, while rail fares and family attractions can still add up.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up for taxis, and cafés often just get small change.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby to Kidderminster 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 Kidderminster, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Derby to Kidderminster trains use the Derby to Kidderminster station pair. Use this guide to compare Derby and Kidderminster train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Derby is 1 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Derby.
ATMs are available at Derby.
Ticket office support is available at Derby.
Available at Derby: Parking, WC.
Available at Derby: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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.
Kidderminster has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Kidderminster.
ATMs are available at Kidderminster.
Ticket office support is available at Kidderminster. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Kidderminster: Parking, WC.
Available at Kidderminster: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kidderminster: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket Vending Machine outside Ticket Office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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