Basingstoke to Derby by train

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Overview: trains from Basingstoke to Derby

Find the key information for travelling by train from Basingstoke to Derby, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 05:40 View journey
Last train 21:10 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 2hr 46m View journey
Distance (km) 185
Trains / day 51 View all
Cheapest journey AU$69.35 View journey
Avg journey time 2hr 59m
Train operators 10

Explore Basingstoke to Derby by train

Thinking about travelling from Basingstoke to Derby by train? Here’s everything you need to know to maximise your experience along this train journey.

Train cost between Basingstoke to Derby

Getting from Basingstoke to Derby by rail typically costs AU$69.35, but runs about AU$89 if booked a month in advance. If you wait until 7 days before departure, prices increase to AU$69. Booking as early as possible helps you find the lowest cost tickets, but that’s not the only way to save.

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Basingstoke to Derby departure frequency and train timetable

With 51 trains scheduled on this journey daily and trains leaving the station every 10 minutes, travellers have a number of options to choose from. If you are travelling on a weekday, the earliest train you can catch is at 05:48 and the last one is at 20:58. If you are travelling during the weekend, the earliest train you can catch is at 05:40, with the last one at 21:10.

Average train travel time from Basingstoke to Derby

The quickest time by train is 2 hours and 46 minutes, travelling a total distance of 185 kilometres.

Booking horizon for travel between Basingstoke and Derby

Tickets for travel between Basingstoke and Derby can be booked 4 months in advance. Booking earlier ensures lower prices, so be sure to book as far out as possible.

Learn more about train travel from Basingstoke to Derby

Refer to our help articles for more details and insights on train travel from Basingstoke and beyond. Get ready for your visit with travel tips and inspiration in our Derby city guide.

FAQs about the train journey from Basingstoke to Derby

Want to know more about your journey from Basingstoke to Derby? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total journey from Basingstoke to Derby is 185 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.