Poole to Derby train travel explained

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

The fastest trains from Poole to Derby take around 4 hours and 23 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 247 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Poole is scheduled to depart at around  04:57. The last departure is usually at around 21:54 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Poole at around 05:26, with the last train leaving at around 21:54. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 18 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 44 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$183.00.

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 Poole to Derby?

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

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

The Poole to Derby train travel takes about 4 hours and 23 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Poole to Derby train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Derby leaving Poole at around 04:57 and the last train leaving at around 21:54 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Poole at around 05:26, with the final departure at 21:54.