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Exeter to Derby Train Route Details

First train
06:27

Last train
20:52

Journey time
3h 9m

Distance
176 miles

Price
€17.62*
Explore the cheapest prices to Derby from Exeter this week
Ticket prices for Exeter to Derby typically cost around €17.62, though we recommend exploring options such as Off-Peak and Advance tickets for even cheaper travel. Browse below to find your perfect price!
*Prices may change due to real-time fluctuations. Please refer to the latest price.
How to book cheap train tickets from Exeter to Derby

Using a Railcard for 1/3 off
Explore a range of Railcards that typically offer 1/3 off most train tickets, including the 16-25, 26-30, Family & Friends, Two Together, Network and Senior Railcards, as well as the 16-17 Saver, which offers 50% off. They’re easy to purchase and store digitally in your Trip.com app, meaning you're only ever a tap away from great savings.

Group travel deals
If your party consists of 3 to 9 travelers, you can benefit from group travel discounts — often up to a third off regular ticket prices. It's a great way to make trips from Exeter to Derby more affordable for friends, family, or work groups.

Split Tickets discount
While it may sound surprising, splitting your route into smaller segments and purchasing separate low-cost tickets can greatly reduce the overall fare, all without changing seats. The best part is that Trip.com does all the splitting and organising for you, removing any need for time-consuming research on your end.

Book in advance
Save up to 61% on your journey from Exeter to Derby by booking Advance tickets at least 1 week ahead. These tickets are typically available up to 12 weeks before travel, with savings subject to route availability and excluding Anytime fares.
Which train ticket types are available for this route?

Advance train tickets
Available up to 12 weeks before the journey, these are generally the most cost-effective option for cost-conscious travelers

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
Offers lower fares and greater flexibility when you avoid traveling during busy weekday periods

Return train tickets
Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route

Season tickets
Offering unlimited travel between two stations with weekly, monthly, or annual options, these tickets can help you save around a third on train fares
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.








