The average train between Essex and Derby takes 3h 1m and the fastest train takes 2h 49m. There is a train service every few hours from Essex 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.
Trains run hourly between Essex and Derby. The earliest departure is at 6:51 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essex is at 9:08 PM which arrives into Derby at 12:07 AM. All services require a transfer at London Liverpool Street and take an average of 3h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Essex 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.
No, there is no direct train from Essex to Derby. However, there are services departing from Essex station and arriving at Derby station via London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.
Essex to Derby train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from White Notley station.
Essex to Derby train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Derby station.
Book your Essex to Derby train tickets online with Greater Anglia, London Underground (Tube) and East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Essex and Derby is 185 km. The road distance is 276 km.
You can take a train from White Notley to Derby via London Liverpool Street, Liverpool Street station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h.