Melton Mowbray to Derby train with East Midlands Trains

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Melton Mowbray to Derby

Showing times and prices for 03 Jan

Cheapest price

£17

Average price

£17

Fastest journey

1 h 18 m

Average duration

1 h 18 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

43 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Melton Mowbray to Derby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Melton Mowbray to Derby will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Melton Mowbray for Derby every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 43 km distance in an average of 1 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 18 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 18 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.

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05:481h18
Melton Mowbray
07:06Derby
£171One-way
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Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Melton Mowbray to Derby

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Melton Mowbray to Derby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £17.

Distance: 43 km

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Coach

£22

Average Price

£11

Average Price

Cheapest

1h 13m

Average total duration

Fastest

43m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 16m

Average total duration

1h 46m

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30m

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Live departures

Melton Mowbray to Derby train times

The table below shows live departures for Melton Mowbray to Derby trains for today, Friday 2 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 04:43
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Cross Country06:48 Melton Mowbray
1h26
08:14 Derby1 change
Cross Country07:32 Melton Mowbray
0h58
08:30 Derby1 change
Cross Country08:32 Melton Mowbray
0h57
09:29 Derby1 change
Cross Country09:32 Melton Mowbray
0h58
10:30 Derby1 change
Cross Country10:32 Melton Mowbray
0h56
11:28 Derby1 change

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Compare prices and tickets Melton Mowbray to Derby by train or coach

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Melton Mowbray to Derby

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Trains from Melton Mowbray to Derby run on average 6 times per day, taking around 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 03:50, the last at 22:38. The fastest train covers the 43 km distance in 1h 2m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £11
Distance
43 km
Average train duration
43m
Cheapest ticket price
£17
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
1h 2m
First train
03:50
Last train
22:38
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £11

Train companies: East Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country from Melton Mowbray to Derby trainsEast Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Melton Mowbray and Derby from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

East Midlands Trains

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 2m
Cheapest Price
£17
East Midlands Trains frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone

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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 20m
Cheapest Price
£36
east_midlands_trains frequency
1 a day

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
54m
Cheapest Price
£46
Cross Country frequency
11 a day

FAQs: Melton Mowbray to Derby train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Melton Mowbray 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.

FAQs
For a well-rounded experience in Derby, two to three days are generally sufficient. This allows time to explore key attractions such as the Derby Museum and Art Gallery, the Derby Cathedral, and nearby Peak District for outdoor activities.
The train journey from Melton Mowbray to Derby offers scenic views of the English countryside, with charming landscapes, rolling fields, and glimpses of rural life, making it a pleasant and picturesque route.
To get from Melton Mowbray to Derby, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
Booking trains from Melton Mowbray to Derby in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Melton Mowbray to Derby can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £17, while the average price tends to be around £22.
The cheapest way to get from Melton Mowbray to Derby is by coach, costing approximately £11.
Yes, a day trip from Melton Mowbray to Derby is feasible, with a travel time of 1h 2m each way. Trains are available 6 times per day for this 43 km journey.
The train station in Melton Mowbray that goes to Derby is Melton Mowbray station (MMO), and it arrives at Derby station (DBY).
Yes, you can take the train from Melton Mowbray to Derby.
The train distance from Melton Mowbray to Derby is 43 km.
The train journey from Melton Mowbray to Derby covers a distance of 43 km and takes approximately 1h 2m. Trains run 6 per day.
The first train from Melton Mowbray to Derby leaves at 3:50.
The last train from Melton Mowbray to Derby departs at 22:38.
Trains from Melton Mowbray to Derby run approximately 6 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Melton Mowbray to Derby.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Melton Mowbray to Derby.
There is no night train service from Melton Mowbray to Derby.

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Important Stations and Airports in Melton Mowbray and Derby

Melton Mowbray
Derby
The major train station for departures in Melton Mowbray is Melton Mowbray. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Melton Mowbray for your trip from Melton Mowbray to Derby.
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
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HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:45 - 13:40 Saturday 06:45 - 13:40 Sunday Closed None
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: No
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category B Step free access to platform 1. Access to Platform 2 is only via a stepped footbridge. This platform has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
  • Accessible public telephones: none
  • Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: No
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Main Waiting Room. The National key toilets are located in the Main Waiting Room; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located in the Main Waiting Room; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Melton Mowbray
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Outside the station

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