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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Derby

Showing times and prices for Jul 12

Cheapest price

$35

Average price

$60

Fastest journey

2 h 2 m

Average duration

2 h 23 m

Trains per day

Distance

180 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Bristol to Derby will cost around $60 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.

Fast trains

Of the 4 trains that leave Bristol for Derby on Sat, Jul 12, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, Jul 12 the direct trains cover the 180 km distance in an average of 2 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 2 m .

On Sat, Jul 12 the slowest trains will take 2 h 32 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.

06:15AM2h25

Bristol

08:40AMDerby

$351One-way

0 transfers

08:35AM2h02

Bristol

10:37AMDerby

$431One-way

0 transfers

09:00AM2h32

Bristol

11:32AMDerby

$811One-way

0 transfers

08:00AM2h32

Bristol

10:32AMDerby

$811One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Bristol to Derby

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Derby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, and a train costs an average of €24.

Distance: 111 miles (180 km)

Compare train with

Train	Most popular Bus
€68 Average price	€21 Average price Cheapest
2h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	3h 54m Average total duration 3h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Bristol to Derby train times

Showing trains for today, Friday, July 11

Last updated at 6:10 AM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
C23652	On time 6:33 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)	2h04	8:37 AM Derby station (DBY)	0 transfersDirect
C23374 · C23484	On time 7:01 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)	2h30	9:31 AM Derby station (DBY)	1 transfer
C23655	On time 7:33 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)	2h05	9:38 AM Derby station (DBY)	0 transfersDirect
C23378 · C23366	On time 8:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)	2h31	10:31 AM Derby station (DBY)	1 transfer
C23658	On time 8:33 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)	2h03	10:36 AM Derby station (DBY)	0 transfersDirect
C23384 · C23148	On time 9:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)	2h32	11:32 AM Derby station (DBY)	1 transfer
C23661	On time 9:33 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)	2h09	11:42 AM Derby station (DBY)	0 transfersDirect
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Bristol to Derby

United Kingdom

Trains from Bristol to Derby run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $30 (€24) but you can travel from only $14 (€11) by bus.

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

Bus from $14 (€11)

Distance

111 miles (180 km)

Average train duration

2h 10m

Cheapest ticket price

$30 (€24)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

2h 3m

First train

03:48

Last train

21:33

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $14 (€11)

Train providers: CrossCountry, Great Western Rail and first_great_western from Bristol to Derby trains

For as little as $47 (€38) you can travel by train between Bristol and Derby with CrossCountry, Great Western Rail and first_great_western. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this route.

CrossCountry is a fast speed train company in the United Kingdom and for your next journey: you can choose between Standard Class and First Class tickets on Omio.

CrossCountry from Bristol to Derby train information:

Average Duration: 2 h 2 min
Cheapest Price: $47
CrossCountry frequency: 13 a day

Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.

Great Western Rail from Bristol to Derby train information:

Average Duration: 4 h 8 min
Cheapest Price: $68

FAQs: Trains from Bristol to Derby

FAQs: Travel by train from Bristol to Derby easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bristol to Derby.

Cheap train tickets from Bristol to Derby can start from as little as $33 (€26) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Bristol to Derby is $110 (€89); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Bristol to Derby train time is 2 h 1 min covering the 112 mile (180 km) long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Bristol to Derby leaves at 4: 01 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Bristol to Derby leaves at 9: 31 PM.

There are 7 trains a day from Bristol to Derby which require at least one change with CrossCountry, Great Western Rail or first_great_western. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

When taking a train from Bristol to Derby, you can count on CrossCountry, Great Western Rail or first_great_western for the best way to get you to Derby. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service from Bristol to Derby and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 9: 31 PM.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Bristol Temple Meads, which is located around 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Derby, located 1 mile (1.6 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Derby from Bristol is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 1 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Bristol to Derby by train is January.

You have options as you can travel to Derby from Bristol 2 different ways: train or bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Bristol to Derby

Bristol

Derby

The major train station for departures in Bristol is Bristol Temple Meads. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bristol Temple Meads for your trip from Bristol to Derby.

Bristol Temple Meads Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Shopping

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

Car Rental

Information Desk

information

Address

Station Approach, Bristol, BS1 6QF, United Kingdom

Phone Number

Ticket Office Hours

Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
Sun: 06:45 - 21:30

Wifi

Free Wi-Fi in the station.

Shopping

Type of shops available: WHS/M&S; Uppercrust; Pumpkin; Pasty Shop; Starbucks; Lily's Flowers

Parking

Car Park: Station Car Park

Dining

The Pasty Shop
Starbucks
Upper Crust
Pumpkin Café
Hart's Bakery

Taxis

Taxi: The taxi rank is available on the station forecourt. If you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff for assistance. To reach the station forecourt; exit through the ticket barriers, turn left and exit through the main doors. You can find more information about local taxi services here.
Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available

Accessibility

Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators.

Toilets Location: Ladies, Gents and Baby Change are located in the Passenger Subway. The Baby Change is located next to the Ladies Toilets. An additional Baby Change facility is also located in the Accessible Toilet on Platform 13/15. Accessible Toilets are located on Platform 3 by the Help Desk and on Platform 13/15.
National key toilets: Yes
National key toilets location: Radar Key available from station staff.
Baby changing facilities: Yes

Hotel

Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center
Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center

Lounge

Waiting rooms location: Waiting Rooms are located on Platform 5/7 and on Platform 13/15

Ticket Office

Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
Sun: 06:45 - 21:30

Bike Parking

Storage sheltered: Yes
Storage location: The main storage location for bikes is at The Friary at Temple Quay, just to the right of the ramped exit from the long stay car park. A limited bike storage location can be found on Station Approach by Queen Anne's Gate. There is no longer any bike storage inside the station.
Storage CCTV: Yes

Information Desk

Located near the main entrance.

Public transit options for Bristol Temple Meads

Bus lines: A1, 1, 2, 8, 39/349/X39, 70, 73, 178, 376
Train lines: CrossCountry, Great Western Main Line, Severn Beach Line
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station front. Alternative: the lower approach road, outside the front of Bristol & Exeter House