Going from Ashford to Derby by train

About to set off from Ashford to Derby by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.

Train cost for travel between Ashford and Derby

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 €75.71, 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.

Departure frequency and timetable from Ashford to Derby

Here are the scheduling basics for trains from Ashford to Derby:

  • 05:13 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 23:16 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 07:16 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • 21:43 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • A train departs every 26 minutes from Ashford toward Derby.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 42 trains serving this route each day.

Average train travel time and distance from Ashford to Derby

On this route, the fastest trip lasts 2 hours and 14 minutes, spanning 254 kilometres in total.

How early can you book train tickets from Ashford to Derby?

Tickets on this route typically go on sale 5 months in advance. Booking early gives you access to the most competitive prices and ample seating options.

Further insights on trains from Ashford to Derby

Visit our help articles for tips on booking, station navigation, ticket types and other useful information for travelling Europe by train. To get inspired for your upcoming trip, refer to our Derby city guide.

Frequently asked questions

How far is Ashford to Derby by train?

The distance between Ashford and Derby is 254 kilometres.

How much does it cost to go from Ashford to Derby by train?

The cheapest fare for this route is €75.71. When booking 30 days in advance, tickets cost . A ticket bought 7 days before travel typically costs .

How far in advance can I book my Ashford to Derby train tickets?

Tickets for this route become available 5 months before the travel date.

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

The shortest trip is 2 hours and 14 minutes.