The average train between Gatwick Airport and Derby takes 2h 33m and the fastest train takes 2h 19m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Gatwick Airport 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 every 30 minutes between Gatwick Airport and Derby. The earliest departure is at 4:20 AM at night, and the last departure from Gatwick Airport is at 10:06 PM which arrives into Derby at 1:12 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 20m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Gatwick Airport 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 Gatwick Airport to Derby. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport station and arriving at Derby station via London St Pancras Intl station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.
Gatwick Airport to Derby train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Gatwick Airport station.
Gatwick Airport to Derby train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Derby station.
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The distance between Gatwick Airport and Derby is 216 km. The road distance is 262 km.
You can take a train from Gatwick Airport to Derby via London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 41m.