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

The cheapest way to get from Sleaford to Derby is to drive which costs £12 - £19 and takes 1h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sleaford to Derby is to drive which takes 1h 11m and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Sleaford and Derby?

No, there is no direct bus from Sleaford to Derby station. However, there are services departing from William Alvey School and arriving at Bus Station via Great North Road and Upper Parliament Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Sleaford and Derby?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sleaford and arriving at Derby. Services depart once a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 10m.

How far is it from Sleaford to Derby?

The distance between Sleaford and Derby is 56 miles. The road distance is 52.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sleaford to Derby without a car is to train via Nottingham which takes 1h 47m and costs £28 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 1h 47m to get from Sleaford to Derby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sleaford to Derby bus from?

Sleaford to Derby bus services, operated by Sleafordian Coaches, depart from William Alvey School station.

Where do I catch the Sleaford to Derby train from?

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

Train or bus from Sleaford to Derby?

The best way to get from Sleaford to Derby is to train via Nottingham which takes 1h 47m and costs £28 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 6m.

Where does the Sleaford to Derby bus arrive?

Sleaford to Derby bus services, operated by Sleafordian Coaches, arrive at Great North Road station.

Where does the Sleaford to Derby train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sleaford to Derby?

Yes, the driving distance between Sleaford to Derby is 53 miles. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Sleaford to Derby.

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

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

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

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Train via Nottingham
best
1. Take the train from Sleaford to Nottinghamtrain Skegness - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Derbytrain Lincoln Central - Derby / ...
1h 47m
£29–42
Drive 52.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Sleaford to Derbycar 52.2 mi
1h 11m
£13–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from William Alvey School to Great North Roadbus
2. Take the bus from Great North Road to Beastmarket Hillbus 90
3. Take the bus from Upper Parliament Street to Bus Stationbus Ra
3h 6m
Train
1. Take the train from Sleaford to Derbytrain Sleaford - Matlock
2h 10m
£35–55

Sleaford to Derby by train

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Distance: 55.7 mi
Duration: 1h 47m

What companies run services between Sleaford, Lincolnshire, England and Derby, England?

You can take a train from Sleaford to Derby via Nottingham in around 1h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from William Alvey School to Bus Station via Great North Road, Beastmarket Hill, and Upper Parliament Street in around 3h 6m.

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