The cheapest and fastest trains from Derby to York
Cheapest price
$60
Average price
$88
Fastest journey
1 h 16 m
Average duration
1 h 34 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
118 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Derby to York is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Derby to York will cost around $88 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $60.
Of the 6 trains that leave Derby for York on Fri, Nov 07, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 118 km distance in an average of 1 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 16 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 1 h 45 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.
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C23650Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Derby to York
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Derby to York among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 40m. 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 bus costs an average of €16, and a train costs an average of €15.
Distance: 73 miles (118 km)
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€43 Average price | €24 Average price Cheapest |
2h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 24m Average total duration 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Derby to York train times
The table below shows live departures for Derby to York trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C23650 | On time 8:45 AM Derby station (DBY) | 1h45 | 10:30 AM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C23204 | On time 9:00 AM Derby station (DBY) | 1h17 | 10:17 AM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C23652 | On time 9:45 AM Derby station (DBY) | 1h45 | 11:30 AM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C23655 | On time 10:45 AM Derby station (DBY) | 1h45 | 12:30 PM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C23206 | On time 11:00 AM Derby station (DBY) | 1h16 | 12:16 PM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y07230+ C27110+ Y23395 | On time 11:30 AM Derby station (DBY) | 2h00 | 1:30 PM York station (YRK) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Derby to York
Trains from Derby to York run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€15) if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:27, the last at 22:45. The fastest train covers the 73 miles (118 km) distance in 1h 16m.
Distance 73 miles (118 km) |
Average train duration 1h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€15) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 16m |
First train 04:27 |
Last train 22:45 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Derby to York trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Derby and York from $19 (€15). 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 Derby to York
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby to York 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 York, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Derby to York
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:55 - 22:45 Saturday 04:55 - 22:45 Sunday 06:20 - 23:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, Platform 2/3 and Platform 4/6. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1, Platform 2/3 and Platform 4/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from Customer Reception upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Located in North Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the rear of the station, at the Pride Park exit
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the bus stopÿoutside the station entrance towards Derby or by the Showcase towards Stoke.
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At theÿstation entrance, adjacent to the level crossing.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00 For Advance Purchases, the opening hours are: Mon - Fri 08:00 until 19:00. Sat 08:00 until 18:00. Sun 09:00 until 18:00
- Car Park: Station Short Stay Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The Ladies toilets are located in the Main Concourse and in the Waiting Room between Platforms 7 and 9. The Gents toilet is adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9. The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within station, within car park, and next to the ticket office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E outside the Principal Hotel
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