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Outbound fromSelly Oak to Derby by train
It takes an average of 1h 58m to travel from Selly Oak to Derby by train, over a distance of around 38 miles (62 km). There are normally 46 trains per day travelling from Selly Oak to Derby and tickets for this journey start from £9.30 when you book in advance.
Taking the train from Selly Oak to Derby in 37 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Selly Oak to Derby? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 1 hour 58 minutes to travel the 38 miles (62 km) from Selly Oak to Derby by train, although you can get there in as little as 37 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 46 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. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with East Midlands Railway or CrossCountry, as they are the main operators of services on this route.
Book train tickets from Selly Oak to Derby in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £9.30. 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 Selly Oak to Derby is right for you.
Use your Railcard
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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