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Exeter to Derby Train Route Details

First train
First train
07:59
Last train
Last train
21:14
Departure city
Departure city
Exeter
Arrival city
Arrival city
Derby
Journey time
Journey time
3h 9m
Distance
Distance
176 miles
Price
Price
QAR 76.20*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, East Midlands Railway

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07:59
4h 38m, 1 change
Exeter St Davids
12:37
Derby
Great Western RailwayCrossCountry
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10:27
3h 9m, Direct
Exeter St Davids
13:36
Derby
CrossCountry
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11:27
3h 10m, Direct
Exeter St Davids
14:37
Derby
CrossCountry
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12:27
3h 9m, Direct
Exeter St Davids
15:36
Derby
CrossCountry
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13:00
3h 29m, 1 change
Exeter St Davids
16:29
Derby
CrossCountry
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13:27
3h 10m, Direct
Exeter St Davids
16:37
Paris
CrossCountry
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Ticket prices for Exeter to Derby typically cost around QAR 76.20, though we recommend exploring options such as Off-Peak and Advance tickets for even cheaper travel. Browse below to find your perfect price!

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Mon16Feb
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Tue17Feb
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Wed18Feb
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Thu19Feb
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Travel during Off-Peak train times

We'd strongly suggest avoiding rush hour crowds by traveling on Off-Peak services, often leading to a cheaper and more peaceful journey. Exact timings vary between providers, but in general, skip traveling between 06:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM on weekdays. Off-Peak rates are available all day on weekends and bank holidays.
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Season tickets for frequent travelers

If you make the journey between Exeter and Derby on a weekly, monthly, or yearly basis, a season ticket is well worth considering. It gives you unlimited travel between the two stations at set times for 1 fixed cost, helping you save money while avoiding the hassle of buying separate tickets each time.
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Group travel deals

If you are traveling in a group of 3 to 9 people, you can take advantage of group discounts (offered by most train companies) for up to 1/3 off standard fares. This can make traveling from Exeter to Derby more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
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Using a Railcard for 1/3 off

Save money on your journeys by choosing from a variety of Railcards, most of which give you 1/3 off standard fares. Options include the 16-25, 26-30, Family & Friends, Two Together, Network and Senior Railcards, plus the 16-17 Saver which offers 50% off. You can buy and store them digitally in your Trip.com app, so big savings are always just a tap away.

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