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It takes an average of 3h 37m to travel from Cambridge North to Derby by train, over a distance of around 83 miles (134 km). There are normally 27 trains per day travelling from Cambridge North to Derby and tickets for this journey start from £25.40 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:44 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:31 | |
| Departure station | Cambridge North | |
| Arrival station | Derby | |
| Journey time | From 2h 36m | |
| Distance | 83 miles (134 km) | |
| Frequency | 27 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £25.40 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Great Northern, Greater Anglia, Hull Trains, London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink |
Taking the train from Cambridge North to Derby in 2 hours 36 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Cambridge North to Derby? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 3 hours 37 minutes to travel the 83 miles (134 km) from Cambridge North to Derby by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 36 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 27 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Greater Anglia or East Midlands Railway to Derby. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Cambridge North to Derby in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £25.40. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Derby by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Cambridge North to Derby?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.