What is the cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Derby?

The cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Derby is to line 199 bus and bus which costs £11 - £15 and takes 5h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Derby?

The fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Derby is to drive which takes 1h 28m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Greater Manchester and Derby?

No, there is no direct bus from Greater Manchester to Derby. However, there are services departing from Platt Fields Park and arriving at Friar Gate via Stockport Interchange, Market Place and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Greater Manchester and Derby?

No, there is no direct train from Greater Manchester to Derby. However, there are services departing from Manchester Oxford Road and arriving at Derby via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 7m.

How far is it from Greater Manchester to Derby?

The distance between Greater Manchester and Derby is 81 miles. The road distance is 58 miles.

How do I travel from Greater Manchester to Derby without a car?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Derby without a car is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs £30 - £65.

How long does it take to get from Greater Manchester to Derby?

It takes approximately 2h 7m to get from Greater Manchester to Derby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Greater Manchester to Derby bus from?

Greater Manchester to Derby bus services, operated by High Peak, depart from Stockport Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Greater Manchester to Derby train from?

Greater Manchester to Derby train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Manchester Oxford Road station.

Train or bus from Greater Manchester to Derby?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Derby is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs £30 - £65. Alternatively, you can line 199 bus and bus, which costs £11 - £15 and takes 5h 3m.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Derby bus arrive?

Greater Manchester to Derby bus services, operated by High Peak, arrive at Market Place station.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Derby train arrive?

Greater Manchester to Derby train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Sheffield station.

Can I drive from Greater Manchester to Derby?

Yes, the driving distance between Greater Manchester to Derby is 58 miles. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Greater Manchester to Derby.

Where can I stay near Derby?

There are 2365+ hotels available in Derby.

Greater Manchester to Derby - 4 ways to travel via train, line 199 bus, and bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Sheffieldtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Derbytrain Newcastle - Reading / ...
2h 7m
£35–65
Line 199 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stockport Interchange to Market Placebus 199
2. Take the bus from Market Place to Bus Stationbus 442 / ...
5h 3m
£12–15
Drive 57.6 mi
1. Drive from Greater Manchester to Derbycar 57.6 mi
1h 28m
£14–21
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Alfretontrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Corporation Streetbus 9.1 / ...
3h 48m
£37–59

Greater Manchester to Derby by bus and train

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3h 48mAverage Duration

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Distance: 81 mi
Duration: 2h 7m

What companies run services between Greater Manchester, England and Derby, England?

You can take a bus from Parkside Road to Derby via Chester Street, Manchester Oxford Road, and Sheffield in around 2h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Platt Fields Park to Friar Gate via Stockport Interchange, Market Place, and Bus Station in around 5h 3m.

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