Travelling from Bradford to Derby by train

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

The fastest trains from Bradford to Derby take around 1 hour and 43 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 99 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Bradford is scheduled to depart at around  00:31. The last departure is usually at around 22:33 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Bradford at around 00:06, with the last train leaving at around 22:09. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 63 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 5 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$31.00.

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 Bradford to Derby?

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

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Bradford 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 Bradford to Derby?

The Bradford to Derby train travel takes about 1 hour and 43 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Bradford to Derby train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Derby leaving Bradford at around 00:31 and the last train leaving at around 22:33 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Bradford at around 00:06, with the final departure at 22:09.