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Derby to Guildford train prices and times

Looking to travel from Derby to Guildford? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £20.60, with average prices for this route around £21.60.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
04:00 Derby	08:24 Guildford	4h 24m, No direct	Find Tickets
05:30 Derby	08:33 Guildford	3h 3m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:02 Derby	09:03 Guildford	3h 1m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:28 Derby	09:32 Guildford	3h 4m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:05 Derby	10:02 Guildford	2h 57m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:13 Derby	10:31 Paris	3h 18m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Derby to Guildford train route details

First train

04:00

Last train

22:20

Departure station

Derby

Arrival station

Guildford

Journey time

2h 52m

Distance

123 miles

Price

£20.60*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, East Midlands Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Derby to Guildford

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Derby to Guildford can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Derby to Guildford, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

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 Derby to Guildford ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Derby to Guildford train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Derby to Guildford with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
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These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.

Trains from Derby to Guildford from £20.60*

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Derby to Guildford train prices and times

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