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Derby Museum and Art Gallery
Derby’s leading museum with art, archaeology, and natural history, best known for its important Joseph Wright collection.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€4
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€8
Fastest journey on Sep 19
20 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
24 m
Trains on Sep 19
18
Distance
22 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nottingham to Derby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nottingham to Derby will cost around €8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €4.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 18 trains from Nottingham to Derby, including 18 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 22 km distance in an average of 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 20 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 27 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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G01123Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Derby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 58m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €10, while a bus costs an average of €12.
Distance: 13 miles (22 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€10 Average price Cheapest | €12 Average price | €5 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
58m Average total duration Fastest 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 1m Average total duration 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Nottingham to Derby:
A train is €2 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Nottingham to Derby costing on average €12.
Other travel options to Derby take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 31m.
You'll arrive about 6m sooner (28m by train vs 34m by car). Tickets start at around €10 compared to roughly €5 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 CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, 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.
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Derby trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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C21790 | On time 7:17 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h30 | 7:47 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00767 | On time 7:35 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h27 | 8:02 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21324 | On time 7:53 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h28 | 8:21 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21822 | On time 8:17 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h29 | 8:46 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00772 | On time 8:41 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h25 | 9:06 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21615 | On time 8:53 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h30 | 9:23 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, September 19 | |||||
G01097 | 8:07 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h30 | 8:37 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21831 | 8:16 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h36 | 8:52 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00744 | 8:41 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h24 | 9:05 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21319 | 8:53 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h28 | 9:21 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01100 | 9:07 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h28 | 9:35 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21788 | 9:17 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h30 | 9:47 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01117 | 3:07 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h27 | 3:34 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21827 | 3:17 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h35 | 3:52 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00758 | 3:41 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h21 | 4:02 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21312 | 3:53 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h28 | 4:21 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01120 | 4:07 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h28 | 4:35 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21611 | 4:17 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h29 | 4:46 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01123 | 6:07 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h27 | 6:34 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21823 | 6:17 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h34 | 6:51 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00764 | 6:45 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h20 | 7:05 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21309 | 6:53 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h28 | 7:21 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01125 | On time 7:08 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h28 | 7:36 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Nottingham to Derby run on average 10 times per day, taking around 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €3 if you book in advance.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 13 miles (22 km) distance in 20m.
Distance 13 miles (22 km) |
Average train duration 28m |
Cheapest ticket price €3 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 20m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
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Discover the best of Derby — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Derby trip today.
Derby’s leading museum with art, archaeology, and natural history, best known for its important Joseph Wright collection.
Excellent museum of making in a restored silk mill, exploring Derby’s industrial innovation with interactive displays and river views.
Historic Georgian house with period rooms and changing displays, offering an intimate look at local life and Derby’s past residents.
Riverside public park with mature trees, gardens, and monuments, ideal for a gentle walk close to Derby’s museums and cathedral.
Compact historic quarter around the cathedral with cobbled lanes, galleries, and heritage buildings, full of local character.
Main city-centre square framed by historic buildings, markets, and events; a practical starting point for exploring central Derby.
A classic Derbyshire pudding of stewed apples topped with a pastry crust. It is a long-standing regional dessert found in local homes and pubs.
Bread or rolls filled with melted Derby Sage cheese and onion. This simple local snack highlights the county's famous herb-flavoured cheese.
A crumbly blue-veined cheese made in Derbyshire. It is one of England's best-known regional cheeses and a staple on local cheeseboards.
Refined modern British tasting menus in an elegant, intimate setting. One of Derby's best-known fine dining destinations.
Stylish restaurant and wine bar serving British and European dishes. Popular for polished cooking and a smart but relaxed atmosphere.
Historic pub in a former railway building, known for cask ales and classic pub meals. A strong choice for Derby beer culture.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local buses and casual meals stay fairly affordable for tourists.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Cafes usually do not require tips, but spare change is appreciated.
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Derby Railway Station -> Derby Riverlights Bus Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham 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.

Most Nottingham to Derby trains use the Nottingham to Derby station pair, with some services arriving at Spondon. Use this guide to compare Nottingham and Derby train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Nottingham has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Nottingham.
ATMs are available at Nottingham.
Ticket office support is available at Nottingham. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Nottingham: Parking, WC.
Available at Nottingham: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nottingham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a category A access station. There are lifts available to all platforms and there is level and ramp access to the concourse and ticket office/machines. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: none, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster at 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.
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.
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