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

The cheapest way to get from Essex to Derby is to bus which costs £27 - £70 and takes 5h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essex to Derby is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Essex and Derby?

No, there is no direct bus from Essex to Derby station. However, there are services departing from Tye Green Post Office and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Interchange, Coach Station and St Margaret's Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Essex and Derby?

No, there is no direct train from Essex to Derby. However, there are services departing from White Notley and arriving at Derby via Liverpool Street station and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.

How far is it from Essex to Derby?

The distance between Essex and Derby is 172 miles. The road distance is 133.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Essex to Derby without a car is to train which takes 3h and costs £85 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h to get from Essex to Derby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essex to Derby bus from?

Essex to Derby bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Essex to Derby train from?

Essex to Derby train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from White Notley station.

Train or bus from Essex to Derby?

The best way to get from Essex to Derby is to train which takes 3h and costs £85 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £70 and takes 5h 50m.

Where does the Essex to Derby bus arrive?

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

Where does the Essex to Derby train arrive?

Essex to Derby train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at London Liverpool Street station.

Can I drive from Essex to Derby?

Yes, the driving distance between Essex to Derby is 134 miles. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Essex to Derby.

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

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Essex to Derby - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 333 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from White Notley to London Liverpool Streettrain Braintree - London Liverpool Street
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Derbytrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
3h
£86–143
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 777
2. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
5h 50m
£28–70
Drive 132.8 mi
1. Drive from Essex to Derbycar 132.8 mi
2h 59m
£33–47
Line 333 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Coach Stationbus 333 / ...
2. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Leicestertrain
3. Take the train from Leicester to Derbytrain
5h 28m

Essex to Derby by train and subway

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Distance: 171.4 mi
Duration: 3h

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

You can take a train from White Notley to Derby via London Liverpool Street, Liverpool Street station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tye Green Post Office to Bus Station via Bus Interchange, Coach Station, and St Margaret's Bus Station in around 5h 50m.

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