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Three ways to Travel from Leicester to Derby

Composite routes from Leicester to Derby

Cheapest
38 min
Car
50 km.
from $2
Other
1 h 46 min
Bus
38 km.
from €6.88
38 min
Rideshare
50 km.
from $2.72

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Bus
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$8.23–$12.02

Kinchbus

Phone:
01509 815637
Email:
Website:
kinchbus.co.uk/
Bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Bus
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$5.70–$6.96

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Leicestershire to Derby
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.72

Train operators

East Midlands Railways

Phone:
03457 125 678
Website:
eastmidlandsrailway.co.uk/
Train from Leicester to Derby
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.66–$30.38

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Bus
Ave. Duration:
59 min
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$18.99–$27.85

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Leicester to Derby?

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Derby is to rideshare which costs $7.49 and takes 55 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Leicester to Derby?

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Derby is to train which takes 30 min and costs $10.87 - $26.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Derby?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from St Margaret's Bus Station station and arriving at Bus Station station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Derby?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Leicester and arriving at Derby. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 30 min.

How far is it from Leicester to Derby?

The distance between Leicester and Derby is 47 km. The road distance is 50.1 km.

How do I travel from Leicester to Derby without a car?

The best way to get from Leicester to Derby without a car is to train which takes 30 min and costs $10.87 - $26.09 .

How long does it take to get from Leicester to Derby?

The train from Leicester to Derby takes 30 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Derby bus from?

Leicester to Derby bus services, operated by Kinchbus, depart from St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Derby train from?

Leicester to Derby train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Leicester to Derby?

The best way to get from Leicester to Derby is to train which takes 30 min and costs $10.87 - $26.09 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $7.07 - $10.33 and takes 1h 50m.

Where does the Leicester to Derby bus arrive?

Leicester to Derby bus services, operated by Kinchbus, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Leicester to Derby train arrive?

Leicester to Derby train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Derby station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Derby?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Derby is 50 km. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Leicester to Derby.

How do I get a train ticket from Leicester to Derby?

Book your Leicester to Derby train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Leicester to Derby?

Book your Leicester to Derby bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Derby?

There are 2069+ hotels available in Derby. Prices start at $41.15 per night.

Can I share a ride from Leicester to Derby?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Leicester and Derby. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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