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

The cheapest way to get from Derby to Leicester is to bus which costs £3 - £14 and takes 1h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Derby to Leicester is to train which takes 30 min and costs £14 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Derby and Leicester?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Station station and arriving at St Margaret's Bus Station station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Derby and Leicester?

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

How far is it from Derby to Leicester?

The distance between Derby and Leicester is 29 miles. The road distance is 30.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Derby to Leicester without a car is to train which takes 30 min and costs £14 - £22.

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

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

Where do I catch the Derby to Leicester bus from?

Derby to Leicester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Derby to Leicester train from?

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

Train or bus from Derby to Leicester?

The best way to get from Derby to Leicester is to train which takes 30 min and costs £14 - £22. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 - £14 and takes 1h 5m.

Where does the Derby to Leicester bus arrive?

Derby to Leicester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where does the Derby to Leicester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Derby to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Derby to Leicester is 30 miles. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Derby to Leicester.

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

Book your Derby to Leicester train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Leicester?

There are 1013+ hotels available in Leicester.

Can I share a ride from Derby to Leicester?

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

Derby to Leicester - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Derby to Leicester by train, bus, rideshare, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Derby to Leicestertrain Sheffield - London St Pancras International / ...
30 min
£14–22
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 440 / ...
1h 5m
£3–14
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Derby to Leicestershirerideshare 29.9 mi
57 min
£6
Drive 30 mi
1. Drive from Derby to Leicestercar 30 mi
39 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Derby to Leicestertaxi 30 mi
39 min
£95–120

Derby to Leicester by train

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Distance: 29.2 mi
Duration: 30 min

What companies run services between Derby, England and Leicester, England?

East Midlands Railways operates a train from Derby to Leicester hourly. Tickets cost £14–22 and the journey takes 30 min. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to St Margaret's Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £5–14 and the journey takes 1h 5m. Two other operators also service this route.

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