- Must visit
Museum of Making
Interactive museum in a restored mill exploring making, industry and design through hands-on galleries and working displays.
Cheapest price on 30 Oct
£30
Average ticket price on 30 Oct
£36
Fastest journey on 30 Oct
1 h 50 m
Average journey duration on 30 Oct
1 h 50 m
Trains on 30 Oct
11
Distance
83 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Huddersfield to Derby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Huddersfield to Derby will cost around £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
To travel from Huddersfield to Derby you need to make at least one change.
C32042+
W70804
|
| ||||||||||||
C32052+
C21666
|
| ||||||||||||
C32048+
W70810
|
| ||||||||||||
C32035+
W70799
|
| ||||||||||||
C32058+
W70818
|
| ||||||||||||
G01188+
W84825
|
| ||||||||||||
G01186+
W84813
|
| ||||||||||||
W29937+
W84818
|
| ||||||||||||
W29935+
W84807
|
| ||||||||||||
G01184+
W84795
|
| ||||||||||||
Trains from Huddersfield to Derby run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:19, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 83 km distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 83 km |
Average train duration 1h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 1h 20m |
First train 0:19 |
Last train 23:40 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Huddersfield to Derby.
The table below shows live departures for Huddersfield to Derby trains for today, Thursday 29 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G01188+ W84825 | Delayed 16:34 16:01Huddersfield station (HUD) | 1h50 | 17:51 Derby station (DBY) | 1 change | |
G66824+ W84830 | Delayed 17:35 17:01Huddersfield station (HUD) | 1h51 | 18:52 Derby station (DBY) | 1 change | |
C32069+ W70826 | On time 17:09 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 1h57 | 19:06 Derby station (DBY) | 1 change | |
C32080+ W70832 | On time 18:09 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 1h56 | 20:05 Derby station (DBY) | 1 change | |
| Friday 30 October | |||||
C32028+ W29873 | 10:09 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 2h18 | 12:27 Derby station (DBY) | 1 change | |
G01184+ W84795 | 11:00 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 1h51 | 12:51 Derby station (DBY) | 1 change | |
C32035+ W70799 | 11:09 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 1h57 | 13:06 Derby station (DBY) | 1 change | |
C32042+ W70804 | 12:09 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 1h57 | 14:06 Derby station (DBY) | 1 change | |
W29935+ W84807 | 13:01 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 1h51 | 14:52 Derby station (DBY) | 1 change | |
C32048+ W70810 | 13:09 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 1h57 | 15:06 Derby station (DBY) | 1 change | |
G01186+ W84813 | 14:01 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 1h50 | 15:51 Derby station (DBY) | 1 change | |
C32052+ C21666 | 14:09 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 1h57 | 16:06 Derby station (DBY) | 1 change | |
W29937+ W84818 | 15:01 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 1h50 | 16:51 Derby station (DBY) | 1 change | |
C32058+ W70818 | 15:09 Huddersfield station (HUD) | 1h57 | 17:06 Derby station (DBY) | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
Discover the best of Derby — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Derby trip today.
Interactive museum in a restored mill exploring making, industry and design through hands-on galleries and working displays.
City museum and art gallery with collections on local history, archaeology, natural history and paintings by Joseph Wright.
Independent contemporary art gallery in Derby’s Cathedral Quarter, showing changing exhibitions by regional and national artists.
Historic shopping and cultural quarter with independent businesses, heritage buildings and easy access to key city sights.
Revitalised city-centre square with water features, seating and event space, ideal for a pause between nearby attractions.
Large landscaped park with lakes, open lawns and riverside paths, popular for walks, picnics and seasonal events.
A soft white bread roll unique to Derby, often filled with bacon, cheese or salad. It is a local bakery staple with a name strongly tied to the city.
A blue veined cow’s milk cheese traditionally made in Derbyshire. It is prized for its rich, mellow flavour and long connection to the county’s cheesemaking.
A crumbly, buttery oat biscuit from Derbyshire, traditionally baked on a griddle. It is a historic local bake often served with cheese or butter.
Elegant modern British dining in a refined setting, known for carefully prepared tasting and seasonal menus in the city centre.
Well known Derby ale house and eatery serving British pub dishes, cobs and local beers in a characterful historic building.
Smart yet relaxed restaurant serving Italian inspired dishes, steaks and seafood. Popular for polished service and central location.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local buses and casual meals remain fairly manageable for visitors.
Service is often included. If not, 10-12.5% in restaurants is usual for good service. Round up or add £1-2 for taxis. Cafe tipping is optional.
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Derby.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Huddersfield 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.

Most Huddersfield to Derby trains use the Huddersfield to Derby station pair. Use this guide to compare Huddersfield and Derby train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Huddersfield has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Huddersfield.
Wi-Fi is available at Huddersfield. ATMs are available at Huddersfield.
Ticket office support is available at Huddersfield.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Huddersfield: Parking, WC.
Available at Huddersfield: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Huddersfield: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. Lifts are used to provide level access the subway and platforms 4 to 8. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay), 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: No.
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.
Check train stations information for Huddersfield and Derby, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need