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Montpelier to Derby by train

First train

05:22

Last train

22:36

Departure station

Montpelier

Arrival station

Derby

Journey time

From 2h 27m

Distance

111 miles (178 km)

Changes

1 change

Price

From £41.80

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

Taking the train from Montpelier to Derby in 2 hours 27 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Montpelier to Derby? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 3 hours 28 minutes to travel the 111 miles (178 km) from Montpelier to Derby by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 27 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 0 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with Great Western Railway or CrossCountry, as they are the main operators of services on this route.

Book train tickets from Montpelier to Derby in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £41.80. 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.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Montpelier to Derby? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

What's the fastest journey time between Montpelier and Derby by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Montpelier to Derby is 2 hours and 27 minutes.

How much does the train from Montpelier to Derby cost?

Train ticket prices from Montpelier to Derby can start from as little as £41.80 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.

Is there a direct train from Montpelier to Derby?

No, there are no direct train services from Montpelier to Derby. Travelling from Montpelier to Derby by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from Montpelier to Derby leave?

The first train from Montpelier to Derby leaves at 05:22. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Montpelier to Derby leave?

The last train from Montpelier to Derby leaves at 22:36. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Montpelier and Derby by train?

Trains travelling from Montpelier to Derby cover a distance of around 111 miles (178 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Derby to Montpelier.

Cheap train tickets from Montpelier to Derby

Train tickets from Montpelier to Derby start at £41.80 one way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, we’ll help you find the cheapest tickets.

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Consider a Season Ticket

If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Montpelier to Derby is right for you.

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Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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