The average train between Derby and Bishop Auckland takes 3h 21m and the fastest train takes 2h 27m. There is a train service every few hours from Derby to Bishop Auckland. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Derby and Bishop Auckland. The earliest departure is at 6:58 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Derby is at 9:00 PM which arrives into Bishop Auckland at 6:44 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Derby to Bishop Auckland. However, there are services departing from Derby station and arriving at Bishop Auckland station via Darlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.
Derby to Bishop Auckland train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Derby station.
Derby to Bishop Auckland train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Darlington station.
Book your Derby to Bishop Auckland train tickets online with Cross Country and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Derby and Bishop Auckland is 193.1 km. The road distance is 229 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Derby to Darlington hourly. Tickets cost £70–100 and the journey takes 1h 52m.