Watlington to Derby by train
| First train | 04:51 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 20:19 | |
| Departure station | Watlington | |
| Arrival station | Derby | |
| Journey time | From 3h 2m | |
| Distance | 79 miles (127 km) | |
| Frequency | 4 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
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Taking the train from Watlington to Derby in 3 hours 2 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Watlington to Derby? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 3 hours 25 minutes to travel the 79 miles (127 km) from Watlington to Derby by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 2 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 4 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes 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 Watlington to Derby in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. 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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Cheap train tickets from Watlington to Derby
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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 Watlington to Derby is right for you.
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