The cheapest and fastest trains from Newcastle to Derby
Cheapest price
€35
Average price
€73
Fastest journey
2 h 18 m
Average duration
2 h 41 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
228 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newcastle to Derby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newcastle to Derby will cost around €73 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €35.
Of the 5 trains that leave Newcastle for Derby on Mon, Dec 08, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 08 the direct trains cover the 228 km distance in an average of 2 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 18 m .
On Mon, Dec 08 the slowest trains will take 3 h 9 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Newcastle to Derby
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newcastle to Derby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 51m. 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 €13, and a train costs an average of €27.
Distance: 141 miles (228 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€90 Average price | €24 Average price Cheapest |
3h 21m Average total duration Fastest 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 57m Average total duration 4h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Newcastle to Derby train times
The table below shows live departures for Newcastle to Derby trains for today, Sunday, December 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C23784 | On time 12:40 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 3h34 | 4:14 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W03405+ C23784 | On time 1:15 PM Newcastle station (NCL) | 2h59 | 4:14 PM Derby station (DBY) | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, December 8 | |||||
![]() | 5:24 AM Newcastle | 2h26 | 7:50 AM Derby | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:35 AM Newcastle | 2h18 | 9:53 AM Derby | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:41 AM Newcastle | 2h45 | 10:26 AM Derby | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:40 AM Newcastle | 2h46 | 11:26 AM Derby | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Newcastle to Derby trains with Omio?
CrossCountry as well as LNER, TransPennine Express and Cross Country offer trains services from Newcastle to Derby. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Newcastle to Derby.
Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of LNER, TransPennine Express and Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Newcastle to Derby.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare CrossCountry with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Newcastle to Derby.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While CrossCountry tickets can be bought on CrossCountry's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of LNER, TransPennine Express and Cross Country to help you choose the right option for your journey from Newcastle to Derby.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Newcastle to Derby.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Newcastle to Derby
Trains from Newcastle to Derby run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $34 (€27) but you can travel from only $17 (€13) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:26, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 141 miles (228 km) distance in 2h 16m.
Distance 141 miles (228 km) |
Average train duration 2h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 (€27) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 16m |
First train 01:26 |
Last train 23:35 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, LNER, TransPennine Express, Cross Country from Newcastle to Derby trainsCrossCountry, LNER, TransPennine Express, Cross Country trains will get you between Newcastle and Derby from $17 (€13). 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 Newcastle to Derby
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newcastle 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 Newcastle to Derby
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Station is unstaffed. No access for wheelchair users as the only access to the platforms is via a stepped footbridge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop close to the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off on Metro Station Car Park.
- Metro: Tyne and Wear metro station close to the station. 0191 203 3333
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 21:20
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:20
- Free Wi-Fi available in the station.
- Type of shops available: WH Smith, Boots, Sainsbury, Costa, Cafe Nero, Pumpkin Cafe, AMT Coffee,.Greggs, Centurion,Destination 1850 and M&S
- Car Park: Short stay
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- Pumpkin Cafe Shop
- AMT Coffee
- Burger King
- The Centurion
- Destination 1850
- Pasta Station
- Taxi: Newcastle is a large station, taxis are available 24/7 from the station taxi rank.
- Step-free access throughout station, elevators, accessible ticket machine, wheelchairs available.
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 3, Platform 4 and Platform 12. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 3 and 4, and a changing places toilet is available on Platform 12; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Information Point (located on the Main Concourse), Station Management Centre (located on the Main Concourse) or from station staff on Platform 3/4.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 3 and 4, and a changing places toilet is available on Platform 12; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from the Customer Information Point (located on the Main Concourse), Station Management Centre (located on the Main Concourse) or from station staff on Platforms 3/4.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- The County Hotel, Newcastle
- Hampton by Hilton Newcastle
- Royal Station Hotel
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 21:20
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:20
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 12 at the south end of the station and outside the Station Management Centre at the north end of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information desk is available in the main station building on the concourse.
- Metro lines: Green, Yellow
- Bus lines: 1, 8, 10, 11, 12, 12A, 22, 22X, 30, 31, 38, 131
- Train lines: LNER, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Northern
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement Coaches leave from the front of the station.
- 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.
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