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Leeds City Museum
Major city museum with natural history, archaeology, and global collections. A top all-round cultural stop for first-time visitors to Leeds.
Cheapest price
$17
Average price
$45
Fastest journey
1 h 16 m
Average duration
1 h 17 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
97 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Derby to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Derby to Leeds will cost around $45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
Of the 12 trains that leave Derby for Leeds on Wed, Aug 05, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct trains cover the 97 km distance in an average of 1 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 16 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 1 h 18 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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G66987Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Derby to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $9.
Distance: 60 miles (97 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$26 Average price | $16 Average price Cheapest | $28 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 20m Average total duration 1h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Derby to Leeds:
A bus is $10 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Derby to Leeds costing on average $26.
Other travel options to Leeds take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 50m.
The journey is about 6m faster (1h 21m by train vs 1h 27m by car) and roughly $2 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($26 vs $28). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Cross Country.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Derby to Leeds trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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G66982 | 6:45 AM Derby station (DBY) | 1h17 | 8:02 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21774+ G89448 | 7:10 AM Derby station (DBY) | 1h28 | 8:38 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G01055 | 7:45 AM Derby station (DBY) | 1h20 | 9:05 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21767+ G89452 | 8:15 AM Derby station (DBY) | 1h23 | 9:38 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G66987 | 8:45 AM Derby station (DBY) | 1h18 | 10:03 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W70948+ G89457 | 9:11 AM Derby station (DBY) | 1h28 | 10:39 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
W70981+ G89493 | 3:10 PM Derby station (DBY) | 1h28 | 4:38 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G01075 | 3:45 PM Derby station (DBY) | 1h16 | 5:01 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01080 | 4:45 PM Derby station (DBY) | 1h18 | 6:03 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W70992+ G89506 | 5:11 PM Derby station (DBY) | 1h26 | 6:37 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G01082 | 5:45 PM Derby station (DBY) | 1h16 | 7:01 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00718+ G89516 | 6:00 PM Derby station (DBY) | 1h39 | 7:39 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Derby to Leeds run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:05, the last at 22:45. The fastest train covers the 60 miles (97 km) distance in 1h 16m.
Distance 60 miles (97 km) |
Average train duration 1h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 16m |
First train 5:05 AM |
Last train 10:45 PM |
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Major city museum with natural history, archaeology, and global collections. A top all-round cultural stop for first-time visitors to Leeds.
National museum on medicine and surgery with remarkable instruments and pathology displays. Unique, thought-provoking, and one of Leeds’ standout specialist museums.
Important gallery spanning historic and modern art in a handsome city-centre building. A core Leeds cultural venue with strong permanent displays.
Grand Victorian shopping and strolling street lined with arcades and landmarks. A classic first stop for architecture, retail, and city-centre atmosphere.
Major urban park with avenues, lakes, and events space. A local favorite for relaxing, walking, and seeing one of Leeds’ best-loved green spaces.
Canalside regeneration district with waterside paths, independent venues, and modern city views. Popular for walking and seeing contemporary Leeds at work and play.
A Yorkshire staple of batter baked until crisp and airy, traditionally served with roast beef and gravy at Sunday lunch.
A hearty pork sausage from nearby West Yorkshire, usually seasoned with herbs and served with mash or in breakfasts.
A rich fruit loaf packed with currants and citrus peel, strongly linked to Yorkshire baking and often served sliced with tea.
Stylish modern British restaurant serving seasonal dishes and cocktails in an elegant but relaxed city-centre setting.
Popular Indian vegetarian institution celebrated for South Indian snacks, street food, and casual family-friendly dining.
Refined fine dining restaurant known for modern British tasting menus, polished service, and a special-occasion atmosphere.
Moderate for UK city breaks. Hotels, dining, and transit are usually cheaper than London, but central stays and upscale dining can raise daily costs.
Restaurants may add a service charge; if not, 10-12.5% is common for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Cafes usually do not require tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby to Leeds by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Leeds, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Derby to Leeds trains use the Derby to Leeds station pair, with some services arriving at Burley Park. Use this guide to compare Derby and Leeds train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Derby is 1 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Derby has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Derby.
ATMs are available at Derby.
Ticket office support is available at Derby.
Available at Derby: Parking, WC.
Available at Derby: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Derby: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A step free station. This station has step free access. There are lifts to all platforms. There is a subway to platforms 2,3,4 and 5. Platforms 6 and 7 are accessed by lift only. This station has tactile paving at the edges of all platforms and at the foot and top of stairwells, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Peartree is 2 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Peartree has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Peartree.
Available at Peartree: Parking.
Available at Peartree: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Peartree: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to both platforms via ramps. These ramps have a very steep gradient. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edge of the platforms, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on IUP, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Spondon is 4 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Spondon has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Spondon.
Available at Spondon: Parking.
Available at Spondon: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Spondon: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. This station has a degree of step free access to the platform which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check for details. Level ramped access to both platforms from level crossing. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on IUP, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Leeds has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Caffè Nero, KFC, Leon, McDonald's, The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Pret a Manger, JD Wetherspoon, Delice de France
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the West Footbridge and South Concourse.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59, Sun: 06:45 - 22:30. Information desks are located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Luggage storage is located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leeds: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leeds: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds: There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center, The Queens Hotel, Leeds Marriott Hotel.
Burley Park is 2 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Burley Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Burley Park.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Burley Park: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Burley Park: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Burley Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Persons in wheelchairs can gain easy access onto both platforms. However to get onto the Harrogate bound platform you have to go a long way round it will take approx 5-7 minutes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Cards Only - No Cash Accepted, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Headingley is 3 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Headingley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Headingley.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Headingley: Parking.
Available at Headingley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Headingley: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station. The conductor will carry out any assistance, please wait on the platform. This station has recently benefitted from the installation of lifts, level access to platform 1 with platform 2 being accessible using the lift and a short subway, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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