The average train between Derby and Newmarket takes 4h and the fastest train takes 3h 32m. There is a train service every few hours from Derby to Newmarket. 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 Newmarket. The earliest departure is at 5:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Derby is at 8:32 PM which arrives into Newmarket at 7:00 AM. All services require a transfer at Leicester and take an average of 4h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Derby to Newmarket? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Derby to Newmarket. However, there are services departing from Derby station and arriving at Newmarket station via Leicester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.
Derby to Newmarket train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Derby station.
Derby to Newmarket train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Cambridge station.
Book your Derby to Newmarket train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, Cross Country and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Derby and Newmarket is 147.8 km. The road distance is 226 km.
You can take a train from Derby to Newmarket via Leicester and Cambridge in around 4h 9m.