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Trip Overview

The average train between St Albans City and Derby takes 2h 8m and the fastest train takes 1h 56m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from St Albans City 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.

2h 8m
Duration
147 mi
Distance
£83
Average price
Every 30 minutes
Frequency

St Albans City to Derby train times

Trains run every 30 minutes between St Albans City and Derby. The earliest departure is at 4:52 AM at night, and the last departure from St Albans City is at 10:27 PM which arrives into Derby at 2:05 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    ThameslinkEast Midlands Railways2h 10m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkEast Midlands Railways1h 58m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkEast Midlands Railways2h 16m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkEast Midlands Railways2h 3m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    ThameslinkEast Midlands Railways2h 15m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkEast Midlands Railways2h 5m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkEast Midlands Railways2h 4m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkEast Midlands Railways2h 6m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    ThameslinkEast Midlands Railways2h 16m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkEast Midlands Railways2h 12m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkEast Midlands Railways2h 8m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkEast Midlands Railways1h 59m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    ThameslinkEast Midlands Railways2h 28m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkEast Midlands Railways2h 28m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkEast Midlands Railways2h 16m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkEast Midlands Railways2h 14m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    ThameslinkEast Midlands Railways2h 15m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkEast Midlands Railways2h 5m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkEast Midlands Railways2h 4m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkEast Midlands Railways2h 6m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    ThameslinkEast Midlands Railways2h 15m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkEast Midlands Railways2h 3m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkEast Midlands Railways2h 4m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkEast Midlands Railways2h 6m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    ThameslinkEast Midlands Railways2h 15m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkEast Midlands Railways2h 3m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkEast Midlands Railways2h 4m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkEast Midlands Railways2h 6m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from St Albans City 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 St Albans City to Derby.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 147.4 mi
  • Duration: 2h 8m

What companies run services between St Albans City, England and Derby, England?

East Midlands Railways operates a train from London St Pancras Intl to Derby hourly. Tickets cost £55–85 and the journey takes 1h 35m.

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