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Trains from Plymouth (PLY) to Derby (DBY)

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16

train journeys
per day

209

miles (337 kms)

4hrs 9 mins

fastest journey

05:24 / 02:12

first / last train

13

direct trains

2

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Plymouth (PLY) to Derby (DBY)

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Plymouth and Derby , with 13 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 3 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Plymouth to Derby is approximately 209 miles (337 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 35 mins.

CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Plymouth and Derby.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Plymouth to Derby. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 9 mins.

Journeys from Plymouth to Derby Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:24
    4 hrs 12 mins Direct
    09:36
    Plymouth
    Derby
    Plymouth to Derby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:20
    4 hrs 18 mins Direct
    10:38
    Plymouth
    Derby
    Plymouth to Derby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:27
    4 hrs 9 mins Direct
    11:36
    Plymouth
    Derby
    Plymouth to Derby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:27
    4 hrs 14 mins Direct
    12:41
    Plymouth
    Derby
    Plymouth to Derby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:27
    4 hrs 12 mins Direct
    13:39
    Plymouth
    Derby
    Plymouth to Derby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:37
    4 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    14:04
    Plymouth
    Derby
    Plymouth to Derby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:27
    4 hrs 11 mins Direct
    14:38
    Plymouth
    Derby
    Plymouth to Derby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:27
    4 hrs 11 mins Direct
    15:38
    Plymouth
    Derby
    Plymouth to Derby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:27
    4 hrs 13 mins Direct
    16:40
    Plymouth
    Derby
    Plymouth to Derby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:27
    4 hrs 9 mins Direct
    17:36
    Plymouth
    Derby
    Plymouth to Derby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:27
    4 hrs 15 mins Direct
    18:42
    Plymouth
    Derby
    Plymouth to Derby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:27
    4 hrs 13 mins Direct
    19:40
    Plymouth
    Derby
    Plymouth to Derby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:27
    4 hrs 10 mins Direct
    20:37
    Plymouth
    Derby
    Plymouth to Derby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:27
    4 hrs 21 mins Direct
    21:48
    Plymouth
    Derby
    Plymouth to Derby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:27
    5 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    23:54
    Plymouth
    Derby
    Plymouth to Derby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:54
    8 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    08:40
    Plymouth
    Derby
    Plymouth to Derby

About Plymouth Station

Station name Plymouth (PLY)
Address Plymouth station, North Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 6AB
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:25 - 20:00
Saturday 06:25 - 19:00
Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Derby Station

Station name Derby (DBY)
Address Derby station, Railway Terrace, Derby, Derbyshire, DE1 2RU
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 04:55 - 22:45
Saturday 04:55 - 22:45
Sunday 06:20 - 23:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Plymouth and Derby

The travel time between Plymouth and Derby by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 35 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 9 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Plymouth and Derby vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 16 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:24, and the last train of the day leaves at 02:12.

First class tickets on trains between Plymouth and Derby typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Plymouth and Derby can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 13 direct services per day from Plymouth to Derby

CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Plymouth and Derby.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Plymouth and Derby, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.