Derby to Worcester by train

  • First train
    06:04
  • Last train
    22:45
  • Avg changes
    1
  • Fastest journey
    1hr 27m
  • Distance
    95 kilometres
  • Trains per day
    43
  • Avg. journey time
    1hr 57m
  • Train operators
Prices explained

At Rail Europe we believe in price transparency. We use real data from Rail Europe searches to estimate the cheapest fares you should be able to find for your journey.

The cheapest price is the lowest fare we've ever found for this journey. These prices can usually be found by searching when booking opens but they vary due to availability, which depends on factors like the day of the week or time of year.

More popular journeys include 30 days in advance and 7 days in advance prices. These are updated every two weeks using prices we've found by searching exactly 7 or 30 days from the most recent Thursday (we picked Thursday because this is when average prices are usually found).

30 day and 7 day prices fluctuate based on demand and availability at the time of search. For example, the 7-day price in summer is likely to be more expensive than the same journey in winter.

Prices are sourced in GBP and converted to other currencies using the daily market exchange rate.

We're always seeking to improve how price-checking works, and we welcome feedback on how we can make it better.

Discover Derby to Worcester by train

Planning a train adventure from Derby to Worcester? To get started, check out our detailed guide to a seamless, enjoyable journey.

Train cost for travel between Derby and Worcester

The first thing many travellers ask before booking a trip is: 'How much will it cost?' While train travel combines comfort and cost, the price of a ticket depends on a few things.

For starters, how early you book your trip comes into play with the price tag. For this specific route, the cheapest fare is AU$52.56, but can go to when purchased thirty days before your train departs, and when locked in seven days before. Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Instead, you can book these tickets 5 months in advance.

Cheap train tickets with slower trains

Another factor that comes into play when it comes to ticket price is speed. Let us explain. Many travellers automatically opt for the high-speed train option because faster is always better, right? Not necessarily. As experienced train travellers ourselves, the Rail Europe team often chooses to go for the slower trains for a number of reasons, including the fact that these trains often:

  • Allow for more time to take in the city scapes and countrysides

  • Set a more leisurely pace to better soak up the travel experience

  • Stop in areas that are less-travelled, offering a more unique journey

  • Are less-crowded than their high-speed counterparts

  • Are an even greener travel option than high speed

  • Are the cheapest train tickets you can find

Whether you choose to go with a low-, medium- or high-speed train, Rail Europe compiles all train options so you can choose by cost, speed, timing and operator to find the best fit for your travels.

Derby to Worcester departure timetable

On this route, 43 trains run daily, with the first one leaving Derby at 06:10 and the last leaving at 22:45 during the week.

For weekend travel to Worcester, the earliest departure is at 06:04 and the last one is at 22:26. You will find that departures along this journey occur every 16 minutes.

Derby to Worcester distance and train travel time

The total distance for this route is 95 kilometres, with the fastest trip taking 1 hour and 27 minutes.

Booking time frame: Derby to Worcester trains

Tickets for travel to Worcester along this route are available for purchase 5 months before the travel date. Set up a booking alert to be notified as soon as your ideal travel date goes on sale.

Making the most of your trip to Worcester

For a seamless train journey, head to our extensive help articles. Start planning your trip and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Worcester.

FAQs about the train journey from Derby to Worcester

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

How far is the journey from Derby to Worcester by train?

The total distance between Derby and Worcester by train is 95 kilometres.

What is the Derby to Worcester train ticket price?

The cheapest ticket on this route runs AU$52.56. When booked 30 days in advance, tickets cost . If booked 7 days in advance, tickets can cost around .

When do tickets go on sale for trains travelling from Derby to Worcester?

Tickets for this journey become available 5 months ahead of the travel date.

What’s the travel time from Derby to Worcester by train?

The fastest journey is 1 hour and 27 minutes.

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