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Outbound fromBrighton to Derby by train
It takes an average of 4h 11m to travel from Brighton to Derby by train, over a distance of around 155 miles (249 km). There are normally 69 trains per day travelling from Brighton to Derby and tickets for this journey start from £43 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:12 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:03 | |
| Departure station | Brighton | |
| Arrival station | Derby | |
| Journey time | From 3h 8m | |
| Distance | 155 miles (249 km) | |
| Frequency | 69 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £43 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Gatwick Express, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, Southern |
Taking the train from Brighton to Derby in 3 hours 8 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Brighton to Derby? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 4 hours 11 minutes to travel the 155 miles (249 km) from Brighton to Derby by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 8 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 69 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Great Western Railway, East Midlands Railway or Thameslink to Derby. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Brighton to Derby in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £43.00. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Derby by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Brighton to Derby is right for you.
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National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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