Travelling from Watford to Derby by train

Want to know how to get from Watford to Derby by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Watford to Derby take around 1 hour and 55 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 158 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Watford is scheduled to depart at around  00:25. The last departure is usually at around 23:41 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Watford at around 00:58, with the last train leaving at around 22:07. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 59 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 13 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from £82.23.

We think any time is a great time to visit Derby, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Derby.

Is there a direct train from Watford to Derby?

The journey between Watford and Derby usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Watford to Derby every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Watford to Derby?

The Watford to Derby train travel takes about 1 hour and 55 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Watford to Derby train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Derby leaving Watford at around 00:25 and the last train leaving at around 23:41 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Watford at around 00:58, with the final departure at 22:07.