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08/12/2025
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Edinburgh to Derry by train

The journey from Edinburgh to Derry by train is 174.18 mi and takes 11 hrs 37 mins. There are 13 connections per day, with the first departure at 04:55 and the last at 17:51. It is possible to travel from Edinburgh to Derry by train for as little as or as much as . The best price for this journey is .

Journey Duration 11 hrs 37 mins
Connection per Day 13
First Departure 04:55
Last Departure 17:51
Distance 174.18 mi
Departure Edinburgh
Arrival Derry
Carriers National Rail

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Best time to book cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Derry

The cheapest Edinburgh - Derry train tickets can be found for as low as £29.27 if you’re lucky, or £42.62 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £67.90.

Find the best day to travel to Derry by train

When travelling to Derry by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Edinburgh to Derry CO2 Emissions by Train

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Train
19.62kg
Bus
21.02kg
Flight
56.06kg
Car
44.85kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Edinburgh to Derry by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Edinburgh and Derry are 19.62kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Edinburgh and Derry? By taking the train between Edinburgh and Derry you will save 36.44kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 1.4kg compared to a bus and 25.23kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the distance between Edinburgh and Derry by train?
Edinburgh to Derry is 174.18 mi.
How long does the train between Edinburgh and Derry take?
Edinburgh to Derry is on average 11 hrs 37 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 11 hrs 25 mins.
How many train connections per day go from Edinburgh to Derry?
Edinburgh to Derry has 13 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Edinburgh to Derry leave?
The earliest train from Edinburgh to Derry departs at 04:55. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Edinburgh to Derry depart?
The latest train from Edinburgh to Derry departs at 17:51. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What's the fastest journey time between Edinburgh to Derry by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Edinburgh and Derry is 11 hrs 25 mins.
Is there a direct train from Edinburgh to Derry?
Yes, there is a direct train between Edinburgh and Derry.
What are the CO2 emissions for Edinburgh to Derry by train?
The train journey from Edinburgh to Derry creates 19.62kg of CO2 emissions.

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