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Dronfield to Derby Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Dronfield to Derby, starting from AU$31.91 and averaging AU$31.91. The entire journey takes no more than 28 minutes. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
21:50 36 minutes, Changes required Dronfield	22:26 Derby		Find Tickets
22:15 1 hour 51 minutes, Changes required Dronfield	00:06 +1 Paris		Find Tickets

Dronfield to Derby Train Route Details

First train

05:24

Last train

22:15

Departure station

Dronfield

Arrival station

Derby

Journey time

28 minutes

Distance

43 km

Price

AU$31.91*

Train operators

CrossCountry, Northern, East Midlands Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Dronfield to Derby

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Dronfield to Derby. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Dronfield to Derby for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Dronfield to Derby, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Dronfield to Derby ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Dronfield to Derby more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Dronfield to Derby train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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Dronfield to Derby Train prices and times

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