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

The cheapest way to get from Lancaster to Derby is to bus which costs £26 - £60 and takes 6h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lancaster to Derby is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Lancaster and Derby?

No, there is no direct bus from Lancaster station to Derby station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station Night Std and arriving at Derby Bus Station via Manchester Central Coach Station and Leeds City Bus & Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Lancaster and Derby?

No, there is no direct train from Lancaster to Derby. However, there are services departing from Lancaster and arriving at Derby via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.

How far is it from Lancaster to Derby?

The distance between Lancaster and Derby is 123 miles. The road distance is 112.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lancaster to Derby without a car is to train which takes 3h 6m and costs £50 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 3h 6m to get from Lancaster to Derby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lancaster to Derby bus from?

Lancaster to Derby bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station Night Std.

Where do I catch the Lancaster to Derby train from?

Lancaster to Derby train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Lancaster station.

Train or bus from Lancaster to Derby?

The best way to get from Lancaster to Derby is to train which takes 3h 6m and costs £50 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £60 and takes 6h 1m.

Where does the Lancaster to Derby bus arrive?

Lancaster to Derby bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Lancaster to Derby train arrive?

Lancaster to Derby train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Lancaster to Derby?

Yes, the driving distance between Lancaster to Derby is 113 miles. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Lancaster to Derby.

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

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

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Lancaster to Derby - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lancaster to Crewetrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Derbytrain Crewe - Lincoln Central / ...
3h 6m
£52–82
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Night Std to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 181
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Derby Bus Stationbus
6h 1m
£27–60
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lancaster to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Market Placebus 199
3. Take the bus from Market Place to Bakewell Road Bus Stationbus Tp
5h 48m
£34–60
Drive 112 mi
1. Drive from Lancaster to Derbycar 112 mi
2h 18m
£28–40

Lancaster to Derby by train

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Distance: 122 mi
Duration: 3h 6m

What companies run services between Lancaster, Lancashire, England and Derby, England?

You can take a train from Lancaster to Derby via Crewe in around 3h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station Night Std to Derby Bus Station via Manchester Central Coach Station and Leeds City Bus & Coach Station in around 6h 1m.

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