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

The cheapest way to get from Derby to Kirkby is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 1h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Derby to Kirkby is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Derby and Kirkby?

No, there is no direct bus from Derby to Kirkby station. However, there are services departing from Mount Street and arriving at Kirkby Bus Station via Alton Towers, Warrington Bus Interchange Stand J and Huyton Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Derby and Kirkby?

No, there is no direct train from Derby to Kirkby. However, there are services departing from Derby and arriving at Kirkby via Tamworth and Liverpool Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

How far is it from Derby to Kirkby?

The distance between Derby and Kirkby is 115 miles. The road distance is 88.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Derby to Kirkby without a car is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs £45 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 3h 9m to get from Derby to Kirkby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Derby to Kirkby bus from?

Derby to Kirkby bus services, operated by Albatross Coaches, depart from Mount Street station.

Where do I catch the Derby to Kirkby train from?

Derby to Kirkby train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Derby station.

Train or bus from Derby to Kirkby?

The best way to get from Derby to Kirkby is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs £45 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 16m.

Where does the Derby to Kirkby bus arrive?

Derby to Kirkby bus services, operated by Albatross Coaches, arrive at Alton Towers Entrance station.

Where does the Derby to Kirkby train arrive?

Derby to Kirkby train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Tamworth High Level station.

Can I drive from Derby to Kirkby?

Yes, the driving distance between Derby to Kirkby is 88 miles. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Derby to Kirkby.

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

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Where can I stay near Kirkby?

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Derby to Kirkby - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 19 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Derby to Kirkby by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Derby to Tamworth High Leveltrain
2. Take the train from Tamworth to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
3. Take the train from Liverpool Central to Kirkbytrain
3h 9m
£47–78
Drive 87.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Derby to Kirkbycar 87.5 mi
1h 36m
£22–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mount Street to Alton Towers Entrancebus X80
2. Take the bus from Alton Towers to Warringtonbus
5h 16m
Train, line 19 bus
1. Take the train from Derby to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
3. Take the bus from Queen Square Bus Station to Kirkby Bus Stationbus 19 / ...
3h 9m
£40–71

Derby to Kirkby by train and foot

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3h 9mAverage Duration

£47Cheapest Price

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Distance: 114.8 mi
Duration: 3h 9m

What companies run services between Derby, England and Kirkby, Knowsley, England?

You can take a train from Derby to Kirkby via Tamworth, Liverpool Lime Street, and Liverpool Central in around 3h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mount Street to Kirkby Bus Station via Alton Towers, Warrington, Warrington Bus Interchange Stand J, and Huyton Bus Station in around 5h 16m.

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