- Recommended
Nottingham Castle Museum and Art Gallery
Museum in nearby Nottingham Castle covering local art, archaeology, and social history. A strong regional museum option within easy reach of Long Eaton.
Cheapest price
$6
Average price
$8
Fastest journey
7 m
Average duration
10 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
14 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Derby to Long Eaton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Derby to Long Eaton will cost around $8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $6.
Of the 2 trains that leave Derby for Long Eaton on Sun, Aug 16, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Aug 16 the direct trains cover the 14 km distance in an average of 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 m .
On Sun, Aug 16 the slowest trains will take 12 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Derby to Long Eaton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $5.
Distance: 8 miles (14 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$9 Average price Cheapest | $4 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
39m Average total duration Fastest 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 11m sooner (9m by train vs 20m by car). Tickets start at around $9 (€7) compared to roughly $4 (€4) 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.
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.
The table below shows live departures for Derby to Long Eaton trains for today, Saturday, August 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C21249 | On time 3:18 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0h12 | 3:30 PM Long Eaton station (LGE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
J21659 | On time 3:32 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0h08 | 3:40 PM Long Eaton station (LGE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00949 | On time 3:37 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0h08 | 3:45 PM Long Eaton station (LGE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21215 | On time 3:47 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0h08 | 3:55 PM Long Eaton station (LGE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21248 | On time 4:20 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0h11 | 4:31 PM Long Eaton station (LGE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
J21658 | On time 4:32 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0h08 | 4:40 PM Long Eaton station (LGE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, August 16 | |||||
![]() | 7:43 AM Derby | 0h12 | 7:55 AM Long Eaton | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Derby to Long Eaton run on average 7 times per day, taking around 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 8 miles (14 km) distance in 7m.
Distance 8 miles (14 km) |
Average train duration 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 7m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
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Discover the best of Long Eaton — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Long Eaton trip today.
Museum in nearby Nottingham Castle covering local art, archaeology, and social history. A strong regional museum option within easy reach of Long Eaton.
University museum in Nottingham with natural history, geology, and archaeology collections. Family-friendly and useful for broader regional context.
National museum in Derby dedicated to military and civil flying. Excellent for aviation enthusiasts and one of the strongest specialist museums nearby.
Large reserve and parkland nearby with lakes, woodland, and open views. Excellent for birdwatching, longer walks, and a peaceful break from town.
Major public park with formal gardens, sports facilities, and family space. A local favorite for walks and everyday life in Long Eaton.
Scenic waterfront where several waterways meet. Popular for walking, boating views, and sunsets, with a characterful industrial-historic setting.
A soft blue-veined cow's milk cheese from nearby Derbyshire. It is one of England's most famous regional cheeses and is widely eaten locally.
A crumbly, mild cow's milk cheese made in Derbyshire. It is a classic East Midlands cheese, often served in sandwiches, salads, or ploughman's lunches.
A traditional British pork pie strongly associated with the East Midlands. It has hot-water crust pastry and seasoned pork, and is popular in local pubs and shops.
Well-known Turkish and Mediterranean restaurant offering charcoal grills, meze, and generous portions in a smart modern space.
Popular local Indian restaurant known for reliable curries, grilled dishes, and friendly service in a relaxed town-centre setting.
Established pub-style venue serving British comfort food, steaks, and Sunday roasts in a casual, family-friendly atmosphere.
Moderate for the UK. Lodging and dining are usually cheaper than major cities, while rail travel to nearby hubs can raise daily costs.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis, and tip cafes only for table service or excellent service.
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Long Eaton station -> Nottingham city centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby to Long Eaton 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 Long Eaton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Derby to Long Eaton trains use the Derby to Long Eaton station pair. Use this guide to compare Derby and Long Eaton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Derby is 1 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Derby.
ATMs are available at Derby.
Ticket office support is available at Derby.
Available at Derby: Parking, WC.
Available at Derby: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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.
Spondon is 4 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Spondon has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Spondon.
Available at Spondon: Parking.
Available at Spondon: Bike Parking.
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.
Peartree is 2 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Peartree has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Peartree.
Available at Peartree: Parking.
Available at Peartree: Bike Parking.
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.
Long Eaton is 1 km from Long Eaton city centre. Public transport options include:
Long Eaton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Long Eaton.
Ticket office support is available at Long Eaton. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Available at Long Eaton: Parking.
Available at Long Eaton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Long Eaton: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station. This station has step free access to all platforms. Assistance provided by on train staff. This station has tactile paving at the edges of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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