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Compare train and coach for Grantham to Derby
The cheapest option from Grantham to Derby is coach, with an average price of £9. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Grantham to Derby among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 56 km
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£68 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest option |
1h 30m Average total duration Fastest option 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 23m Average total duration 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Why should you book Grantham to Derby trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs East Midlands Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for East Midlands Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), east_midlands_trains or Hull Trains to find the best option for your trip from Grantham to Derby.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Grantham to Derby.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Grantham to Derby
Typically, there are 7 trains per day from Grantham to Derby, including direct trains, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:08, the last at 22:55. The fastest train covers the 56 km distance in 56m.
Distance 56 km |
Average train duration 1h 0m |
Lowest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 56m |
First train 4:08 |
Last train 22:55 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), east_midlands_trains, Hull Trains from Grantham to Derby trainsEast Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), east_midlands_trains, Hull Trains trains will get you between Grantham and Derby from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
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FAQs: Grantham to Derby train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Grantham 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 Grantham and Derby
Most Grantham to Derby trains use the Grantham to Derby station pair, with some services arriving at Spondon. Use this guide to compare Grantham and Derby train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Grantham station do trains to Derby leave from?
Getting to Grantham from Grantham city centre
Grantham train station facilities and services
Grantham has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Grantham.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Grantham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Grantham.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Grantham: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Grantham: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Grantham: 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 taxis: Advance booking advisable, 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 Derby station do trains from Grantham 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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