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Trains from Darlington (DAR) to Derby (DBY)

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26

train journeys
per day

111

miles (178 kms)

1hrs 45 mins

fastest journey

05:17 / 00:15

first / last train

18

direct trains

5

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Darlington (DAR) to Derby (DBY)

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On a typical weekday there are 26 scheduled rail journeys between Darlington and Derby , with 18 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 8 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Darlington to Derby is approximately 111 miles (178 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 56 mins.

Northern Rail, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Darlington and Derby.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Darlington to Derby. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 45 mins.

Journeys from Darlington to Derby Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:17
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    08:04
    Darlington
    Derby
    Darlington to Derby
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:59
    2 hrs 25 mins 1 change
    08:24
    Darlington
    Derby
    Darlington to Derby
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:55
    1 hrs 55 mins Direct
    08:50
    Darlington
    Derby
    Darlington to Derby
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:11
    2 hrs 15 mins Direct
    09:26
    Darlington
    Derby
    Darlington to Derby
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:11
    2 hrs 15 mins Direct
    10:26
    Darlington
    Derby
    Darlington to Derby
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:06
    1 hrs 45 mins Direct
    10:51
    Darlington
    Derby
    Darlington to Derby
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:11
    2 hrs 15 mins Direct
    11:26
    Darlington
    Derby
    Darlington to Derby
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:10
    2 hrs 16 mins Direct
    12:26
    Darlington
    Derby
    Darlington to Derby
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:05
    1 hrs 46 mins Direct
    12:51
    Darlington
    Derby
    Darlington to Derby
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:10
    2 hrs 16 mins Direct
    13:26
    Darlington
    Derby
    Darlington to Derby
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:11
    2 hrs 15 mins Direct
    14:26
    Darlington
    Derby
    Darlington to Derby
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:06
    1 hrs 46 mins Direct
    14:52
    Darlington
    Derby
    Darlington to Derby
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:12
    2 hrs 14 mins Direct
    15:26
    Darlington
    Derby
    Darlington to Derby
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:11
    2 hrs 15 mins Direct
    16:26
    Darlington
    Derby
    Darlington to Derby
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:11
    2 hrs 15 mins Direct
    17:26
    Darlington
    Derby
    Darlington to Derby
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:27
    2 hrs 24 mins 1 change
    17:51
    Darlington
    Derby
    Darlington to Derby
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:11
    2 hrs 15 mins Direct
    18:26
    Darlington
    Derby
    Darlington to Derby
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:11
    2 hrs 15 mins Direct
    19:26
    Darlington
    Derby
    Darlington to Derby
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:10
    2 hrs 16 mins Direct
    20:26
    Darlington
    Derby
    Darlington to Derby
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    19:11
    2 hrs 15 mins Direct
    21:26
    Darlington
    Derby
    Darlington to Derby

About Darlington Station

Station name Darlington (DAR)
Address Darlington station, Bank Top, Darlington, County Durham, DL1 4AA
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 19:00
Saturday 07:00 - 19:00
Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

About Derby Station

Station name Derby (DBY)
Address Derby station, Railway Terrace, Derby, Derbyshire, DE1 2RU
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 04:55 - 22:45
Saturday 04:55 - 22:45
Sunday 06:20 - 23:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Darlington and Derby

The travel time between Darlington and Derby by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 56 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 45 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Darlington and Derby vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 26 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:17, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:15.

First class tickets on trains between Darlington and Derby typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Darlington and Derby can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 18 direct services per day from Darlington to Derby

Northern Rail, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Darlington and Derby.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Darlington and Derby, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.