- Distance: 29.2 mi
- Duration: 27 min
The average train between Derby and Leicester takes 27 min and the fastest train takes 19 min. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Derby to Leicester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 30 minutes between Derby and Leicester. The earliest departure is at 4:14 AM at night, and the last departure from Derby is at 10:20 PM which arrives into Leicester at 10:50 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 27 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Derby station and arriving at Leicester station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 27 min.
Derby to Leicester train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Derby station.
Derby to Leicester train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Leicester station.
Book your Derby to Leicester train tickets online with East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Derby and Leicester is 39.2 km. The road distance is 47 km.
East Midlands Railways operates a train from Derby to Leicester hourly. Tickets cost £15–22 and the journey takes 30 min.
