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Dronfield to Derby trains

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The average train between Dronfield and Derby takes 45 min and the fastest train takes 28 min. There is a train service every few hours from Dronfield to Derby. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

45 min
Duration
29 mi
Distance
£16
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

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  1. Take the train from Dronfield to Chesterfieldtrain train Leeds - Nottingham / ...
  2. Take the train from Chesterfield to Derbytrain train Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
37 min
£12–19

Dronfield to Derby train times

Trains run hourly between Dronfield and Derby. The earliest departure is at 5:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dronfield is at 10:16 PM which arrives into Derby at 10:44 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 45 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedEast Midlands Railways36 min • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedEast Midlands Railways48 min • 1 change

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    East Midlands RailwaysCross Country30 min • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country36 min • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedEast Midlands Railways36 min • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedEast Midlands Railways48 min • 1 change

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    East Midlands RailwaysCross Country30 min • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country36 min • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedEast Midlands Railways36 min • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedEast Midlands Railways48 min • 1 change

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    East Midlands RailwaysCross Country30 min • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country36 min • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Dronfield to Derby? 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 Dronfield to Derby.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 29.3 mi
  • Duration: 45 min

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

You can take a train from Dronfield to Derby via Chesterfield in around 37 min.

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