What is the cheapest way to get from Watford Junction to Derby?

The cheapest way to get from Watford Junction to Derby is to line 321 bus and bus which costs £22 - £60 and takes 5h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Watford Junction to Derby?

The fastest way to get from Watford Junction to Derby is to drive which takes 1h 53m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Watford Junction and Derby?

No, there is no direct bus from Watford Junction station to Derby station. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction station and arriving at Derby Bus Station via Black Boy PH and London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Watford Junction and Derby?

No, there is no direct train from Watford Junction to Derby. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction and arriving at Derby via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.

How far is it from Watford Junction to Derby?

The distance between Watford Junction and Derby is 137 miles. The road distance is 110.2 miles.

How do I travel from Watford Junction to Derby without a car?

The best way to get from Watford Junction to Derby without a car is to train which takes 2h 14m and costs £55 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Watford Junction to Derby?

It takes approximately 2h 14m to get from Watford Junction to Derby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watford Junction to Derby bus from?

Watford Junction to Derby bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) station.

Where do I catch the Watford Junction to Derby train from?

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

Train or bus from Watford Junction to Derby?

The best way to get from Watford Junction to Derby is to train which takes 2h 14m and costs £55 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £40 and takes 5h 18m.

Where does the Watford Junction to Derby bus arrive?

Watford Junction to Derby bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Derby Bus Station.

Where does the Watford Junction to Derby train arrive?

Watford Junction to Derby train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Watford Junction to Derby?

Yes, the driving distance between Watford Junction to Derby is 110 miles. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Watford Junction to Derby.

How do I get a train ticket from Watford Junction to Derby?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Watford Junction to Birmingham New Streettrain London Euston - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Derbytrain Birmingham New Street - Nottingham / ...
2h 14m
£55–115
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) to Derby Bus Stationbus Uk014 / ...
5h 18m
£23–39
Drive 109.6 mi
1. Drive from Watford Junction to Derbycar 109.6 mi
1h 53m
£27–39
Line 321 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Watford Junction station to Luton Station Interchangebus 321
2. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Bus Stationbus 230
5h 41m
£23–58

Watford Junction to Derby by train

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Distance: 136.1 mi
Duration: 2h 14m

What companies run services between Watford Junction, England and Derby, England?

You can take a train from Watford Junction to Derby via Birmingham New Street in around 2h 14m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) to Derby Bus Station every 3 hours. Tickets cost £15–26 and the journey takes 3h 20m.

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