4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cheltenham to Derby
Cheapest price
$34
Average price
$34
Fastest journey
1 h 36 m
Average duration
1 h 36 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
121 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cheltenham to Derby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cheltenham to Derby will cost around $34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $34.
Of the 1 trains that leave Cheltenham for Derby every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 121 km distance in an average of 1 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 36 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 36 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.
Live departures
Cheltenham to Derby train times
The table below shows live departures for Cheltenham to Derby trains for tomorrow, Friday, 14 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:55 pm Cheltenham | 1h36 | 7:31 pm Derby | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cheltenham to Derby
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Trains from Cheltenham to Derby run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $33 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:10, the last at 21:59. The fastest train covers the 121 km distance in 1h 32m.
Distance 121 km |
Average train duration 1h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 32m |
First train 06:10 |
Last train 21:59 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Cheltenham to Derby trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Cheltenham and Derby from $33. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cheltenham to Derby train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cheltenham 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.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Cheltenham Spa, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Derby, located away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cheltenham and Derby
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation DeskLuggage Carts
- 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible from Queens Road.
- The Railway Inn
- The Coconut Tree
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- £0.50
- Queens Hotel Cheltenham
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cheltenham
- Hotel du Vin & Bistro Cheltenham
- Located near the main entrance
- 300 places, covered
- Located near the main entrance
- Free
- The station has a main concourse with ticketing facilities and waiting areas, with platforms accessible via lifts and stairs.
- Bus: Several local bus services available
- Taxi: Taxi rank outside the station
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental- 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
ParkingDiningAccessibilityBike Parking- 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.
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