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Derby to Ludlow trains

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The average train between Derby and Ludlow takes 3h and the fastest train takes 2h 36m. There is a train service every few hours from Derby to Ludlow. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h
Duration
111 mi
Distance
£49
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train via Birmingham

best
  1. Take the train from Derby to Birmingham New Streettrain train
  2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsburytrain train
  3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Ludlowtrain train
2h 50m
£39–77

Derby to Ludlow train times

Trains run hourly between Derby and Ludlow. The earliest departure is at 6:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Derby is at 10:50 PM which arrives into Ludlow at 5:40 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 3h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Cross CountryTransport for WalesTransport for Wales7h 9m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Cross CountryTransport for WalesTransport for Wales3h 10m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsTransport for Wales2h 54m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 39m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 48m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Cross CountryTransport for WalesTransport for Wales3h 10m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsTransport for Wales2h 54m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 39m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 48m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Cross CountryTransport for WalesTransport for Wales3h 10m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsTransport for Wales2h 54m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 39m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 48m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Derby to Ludlow? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Derby to Ludlow.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 110.9 mi
  • Duration: 3h

What companies run services between Derby, England and Ludlow, England?

You can take a train from Derby to Ludlow via Birmingham New Street and Shrewsbury in around 2h 50m.

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