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Museum of Making
Interactive museum in a restored mill exploring making, industry and design through hands-on galleries and working displays.
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£39
Fastest journey
1 h 5 m
Average duration
1 h 6 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
58 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oakham to Derby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oakham to Derby will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.
To travel from Oakham to Derby you need to make at least one change.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oakham to Derby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £22.
Distance: 58 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£39 Average Price | £10 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 19m Average total duration Fastest 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 45m Average total duration 3h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Oakham to Derby trains for today, Monday 24 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:37 Oakham | 1h36 | 8:13 Derby | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:21 Oakham | 1h10 | 8:31 Derby | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:21 Oakham | 1h08 | 9:29 Derby | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:21 Oakham | 1h09 | 10:30 Derby | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:21 Oakham | 1h06 | 11:27 Derby | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:21 Oakham | 1h06 | 12:27 Derby | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:21 Oakham | 1h06 | 13:27 Derby | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:21 Oakham | 1h06 | 14:27 Derby | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:21 Oakham | 1h05 | 15:26 Derby | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:21 Oakham | 1h06 | 16:27 Derby | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:21 Oakham | 1h06 | 17:27 Derby | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:21 Oakham | 1h12 | 18:33 Derby | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:21 Oakham | 1h09 | 19:30 Derby | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:21 Oakham | 1h10 | 20:31 Derby | 1 change | |
![]() | 20:21 Oakham | 1h10 | 21:31 Derby | 1 change | |
![]() | 20:41 Oakham | 1h28 | 22:09 Derby | 1 change | |
![]() | 21:21 Oakham | 1h07 | 22:28 Derby | 1 change | |
![]() | 22:27 Oakham | 1h40 | 0:07 Derby | 1 change | |
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Trains from Oakham to Derby run on average 7 times per day, taking around 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 21:21. The fastest train covers the 58 km distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 58 km |
Average train duration 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 5m |
First train 5:30 |
Last train 21:21 |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 7 days |
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.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oakham 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 Oakham to Derby trains use the Oakham to Derby station pair. Use this guide to compare Oakham and Derby train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Oakham has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Oakham.
Ticket office support is available at Oakham.
Available at Oakham: Parking.
Available at Oakham: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oakham: 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 access to Peterborough bound platform. Ramp from the road to the Leicester bound platform. Restricted access between the platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, 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.
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