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Compare train and bus for Cheltenham to Derby
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cheltenham to Derby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $37. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 29m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $37, and a bus costs an average of $35.
Distance: 75 miles (121 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$37 Average price Cheapest | $55 Average price | $33 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 10m Average total duration 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Cheltenham to Derby:
A train is $18 (€15) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Cheltenham to Derby costing on average $55 (€45).
Other travel options to Derby take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 40m.
You'll arrive about 31m sooner (1h 29m by train vs 2h 0m by car). Tickets start at around $37 (€30) compared to roughly $33 (€27) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Cross Country.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cheltenham to Derby
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Trains from Cheltenham to Derby run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $37 (€30) but you can travel from only $35 (€29) by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:10, the last at 21:59. The fastest train covers the 75 miles (121 km) distance in 1h 33m.
Distance 75 miles (121 km) |
Average train duration 1h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $37 (€30) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 33m |
First train 6:10 AM |
Last train 9:59 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Cheltenham to Derby trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Cheltenham and Derby from $35 (€29). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Cheltenham to Derby
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cheltenham 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cheltenham to Derby
Most Cheltenham to Derby trains use the Cheltenham Spa to Derby station pair, with some services arriving at Spondon. Use this guide to compare Cheltenham and Derby train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Cheltenham station do trains to Derby leave from?
Getting to Cheltenham Spa from Cheltenham city centre
Cheltenham Spa is 1 km from Cheltenham city centre. Public transport options include:
Cheltenham Spa train station facilities and services
Cheltenham Spa has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Railway Inn, The Coconut Tree
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cheltenham Spa. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Cheltenham Spa. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cheltenham Spa: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cheltenham Spa: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cheltenham Spa: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Queens Hotel Cheltenham, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cheltenham, Hotel du Vin & Bistro Cheltenham.
Which Derby station do trains from Cheltenham arrive at?
Getting to Derby from Derby city centre
Derby is 1 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Derby train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Derby.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Derby.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Derby.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Derby: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Derby: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to Spondon from Derby city centre
Spondon is 4 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Spondon train station facilities and services
Spondon has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Spondon.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Spondon: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Spondon: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Spondon: 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 ramped access to both platforms from level crossing. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on IUP, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Peartree from Derby city centre
Peartree is 2 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Peartree train station facilities and services
Peartree has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Peartree.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Peartree: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Peartree: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Peartree: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to both platforms via ramps. These ramps have a very steep gradient. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edge of the platforms, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on IUP, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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