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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Derby is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 2h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Derby is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Derby?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Derby. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 3h 1m.

How far is it from Southampton to Derby?

The distance between Southampton and Derby is 179 miles. The road distance is 165.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Derby without a car is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs £75 - £120.

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

The train from Southampton Central to Derby takes 3h 1m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Derby train from?

Southampton to Derby train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Southampton Central station.

Train or fly from Southampton to Derby?

The best way to get from Southampton to Derby is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs £75 - £120. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £85 - £230 and takes 5h 36m.

Where does the Southampton to Derby train arrive?

Southampton to Derby train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Derby station.

Can I drive from Southampton to Derby?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Derby is 166 miles. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Southampton to Derby.

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

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Where can I stay near Derby?

There are 2311+ hotels available in Derby.

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There are 5 ways to get from Southampton to Derby by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Derbytrain Southampton Central - Newcastle / ...
3h 1m
£75–120
Drive 164.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Southampton to Derbycar 164.8 mi
2h 54m
£41–60
Fly to East Midlands Airport
1. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to East Midlands Airport (EMA)plane SOU - EMA
5h 36m
£89–227
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Derbytrain Birmingham New Street - Nottingham / ...
3h 33m
£82–121
Fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffieldtrain
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Derbytrain
4h 9m
£103–241

Southampton to Derby by train

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Distance: 178.4 mi
Duration: 3h 1m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Southampton Central to Derby once daily. Tickets cost £75–120 and the journey takes 3h 1m. Alternatively, Loganair, Aer Lingus, and two other airlines fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to East Midlands Airport (EMA) once daily.

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