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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Derby
Cheapest price
£49
Average price
£80
Fastest journey
4 h 19 m
Average duration
4 h 25 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
355 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Derby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Derby will cost around £80 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £49.
Of the 5 trains that leave Edinburgh for Derby every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 355 km distance in an average of 4 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 19 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 38 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.
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Edinburgh to Derby
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Derby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a train costs an average of £33.
Distance: 355 km
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£75 Average Price | £38 Average Price Cheapest | £75 Average Price |
4h 48m Average total duration 4h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 49m Average total duration 7h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Edinburgh to Derby train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Derby trains for today, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 09:08 Edinburgh | 4h18 | 13:26 Derby | 0 changesdirect | |
 | 10:30 Edinburgh | 4h20 | 14:50 Derby | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:51 Edinburgh | 4h31 | 16:22 Derby | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:08 Edinburgh | 4h15 | 16:23 Derby | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Derby
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Trains from Edinburgh to Derby run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £33 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:26, the last at 20:00. The fastest train covers the 355 km distance in 3h 51m.
Distance 355 km |
Average train duration 4h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 3h 51m |
First train 01:26 |
Last train 20:00 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, LNER, Cross Country from Edinburgh to Derby trainsCrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, LNER, Cross Country trains will get you between Edinburgh and Derby from £22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Edinburgh to Derby
Daily direct trains from Edinburgh to Derby offer regular connections from the Scottish capital to the Midlands. There are hourly departures from Edinburgh Waverley from early morning through to early evening. Indirect services requiring one change en route provide additional options. Journey times on this route range from just under 4 hours to around 4 hours and 20 minutes. Sunday services are a little less frequent with a later departure time for the first connection.
Which train companies travel from Edinburgh to Derby?
Direct trains to Derby from Edinburgh are operated by CrossCountry. Indirect journeys involve using CrossCountry or LNER services from Edinburgh with a change to CrossCountry trains at Newcastle, or Virgin Trains departures to Crewe connecting with East Midlands Trains routes to Derby.
How long is the train from Edinburgh to Derby?
The fastest CrossCountry direct services from Edinburgh to Derby take 3 hours and 51 minutes to cover the 221 mile journey south. Indirect connections take longer, with journey times ranging from 4 hours and 16 minutes to 4 hours and 32 minutes.
How many trains are there from Edinburgh to Derby?
From Monday to Saturday, CrossCountry offers hourly direct services from Edinburgh to Derby from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Indirect connections offer at least one additional journey each hour. After 6:00 p.m. there are two additional connections from Edinburgh but these will require two changes of train en route to Derby. Sunday schedules start around 9:00 a.m. and also feature fewer indirect options. Whenever passengers decide to travel, they should expect to find a train to suit their schedule.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Edinburgh to Derby?
Departure train station: Edinburgh Waverley Station is located in the centre of the city, with public transport connections available from bus and tram stops nearby on Princes Street. Airport buses depart from stops opposite the station on Waverley Bridge. The station has a taxi rank by the main concourse and offers left luggage facilities, cafes and restaurants.
Arrival train station: Derby Midland Station is situated about a mile to the south-east of the city centre, with numerous local bus connections available from stops on Midland Road. Skylink buses offer regular connections to East Midlands airport. Station facilities include a taxi rank, shops and refreshment outlets.
FAQs: Edinburgh to Derby train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh and Derby
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Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 21:25 Saturday 06:30 - 21:25 Sunday 08:10 - 21:25
- Type of shops available: M&S Simply Food
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2
- 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: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, the Concourse and near the entrance from Haymarket Terrace.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Inside the station - one on platform 4 and one on platform 2 and 3
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the layby in front of the station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
Car RentalInformation Desk- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from Platform 2 bus stop, adjacent to Herminston Gate
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LockersShoppingParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Desk
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
- You can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: New Street: Long Stay
- Bagel Factory
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- JD Wetherspoon
- The Pasty Shop
- The Beer House
- M&S
- Pret a Manger
- Taxi: Nearest Taxi Ranks are on Market St and Waverley Bridge outside the station.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi ranks are located on Waverley Bridge and also Market Street. Market Street can be accessed step free via available lifts.
- Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: At entrance to Public Toilets
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,
- Old Waverley Hotel
- Jurys Inn Edinburgh
- The Scotsman Hotel
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle storage can be found in the station: by the lift at Platform 2 (37 spaces) Platform 3 (68 Spaces) and adjacent to Platform 19 (86 Spaces). Additional cycle spaces are available in New Street car park (32 spaces).
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information booths are located on the concourse.
- Bus lines: 22, 30, 33, X22, X25, X37
- Train lines: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, LNER, ScotRail, Transpennine Express
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Waterloo Place, pick up across from Apex Hotel and drop off outside the Apex Hotel.
- Metro: No metro available.
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:55 - 22:45 Saturday 04:55 - 22:45 Sunday 06:20 - 23:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, Platform 2/3 and Platform 4/6. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1, Platform 2/3 and Platform 4/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from Customer Reception upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Located in North Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the rear of the station, at the Pride Park exit
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelBike Parking- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to both platforms via ramps. These ramps have a very steep gradient. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edge of the platforms.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on IUP.
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the bus stopÿoutside the station entrance towards Derby or by the Showcase towards Stoke.
ParkingDiningAccessibilityBike Parking- Car Park: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At theÿstation entrance, adjacent to the level crossing.
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