4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester to Derby
Cheapest price
$8
Average price
$11
Fastest journey
20 m
Average duration
21 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
39 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester to Derby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Derby will cost around $11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $8.
Of the 12 trains that leave Leicester for Derby on Wed, Jul 15, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 15 the direct trains cover the 39 km distance in an average of 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 20 m .
On Wed, Jul 15 the slowest trains will take 22 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.
W709873:37 PM0h31Leicester station (LEI)4:08 PMDerby station (DBY)$81One-way0 transfers- W709985:40 PM0h34Leicester station (LEI)6:14 PMDerby station (DBY)$81One-way0 transfers
- W709965:07 PM0h20Leicester station (LEI)5:27 PMDerby station (DBY)$81One-way0 transfers
- W709924:37 PM0h32Leicester station (LEI)5:09 PMDerby station (DBY)$81One-way0 transfers
- C217634:06 PM0h22Leicester station (LEI)4:28 PMDerby station (DBY)$91One-way0 transfers
- W709965:07 PM0h20Leicester station (LEI)5:27 PMDerby station (DBY)$81One-way0 transfers
- W7095610:10 AM0h20Leicester station (LEI)10:30 AMDerby station (DBY)$151One-way0 transfers
- W709843:06 PM0h21Leicester station (LEI)3:27 PMDerby station (DBY)$91One-way0 transfers
- C217699:09 AM0h21Leicester station (LEI)9:30 AMDerby station (DBY)$151One-way0 transfers
- C217634:06 PM0h22Leicester station (LEI)4:28 PMDerby station (DBY)$91One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Leicester to Derby
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Derby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 26m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $4.
Distance: 24 miles (39 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$15 Average price | $8 Average price Cheapest | $11 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
56m Average total duration Fastest 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 44m Average total duration 1h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Leicester to Derby:
A bus is $7 (€6) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leicester to Derby costing on average $15 (€12).
Other travel options to Derby take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 14m.
You'll arrive about 22m sooner (26m by train vs 48m by car). Tickets start at around $15 (€12) compared to roughly $11 (€9) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Leicester to Derby train times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Derby trains for today, Tuesday, July 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C21653 | On time 2:07 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h20 | 2:27 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70981 | Delayed 1:43 PM 2:37 PMLeicester station (LEI) | 0h32 | 2:11 PM 2:11 PMDerby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70984 | On time 3:06 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h21 | 3:27 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70987 | On time 3:37 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h31 | 4:08 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21763 | On time 4:06 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h22 | 4:28 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70992 | On time 4:37 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h32 | 5:09 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70996 | On time 5:07 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h20 | 5:27 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70998 | On time 5:40 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h34 | 6:14 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21781 | On time 6:11 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h23 | 6:34 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21758 | On time 7:10 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h20 | 7:30 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W71009 | On time 7:41 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h33 | 8:14 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21770 | On time 8:09 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h23 | 8:32 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21761 | On time 9:10 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h21 | 9:31 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C04182 | On time 9:37 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h33 | 10:10 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C04184 | On time 10:06 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h22 | 10:28 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21760 | On time 10:38 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h31 | 11:09 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, July 15 | |||||
| W70945 | 8:09 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h23 | 8:32 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70948 | 8:38 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h32 | 9:10 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21769 | 9:09 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h21 | 9:30 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21649 | 9:40 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h31 | 10:11 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70956 | 10:10 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h20 | 10:30 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W70958 | On time 10:37 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h31 | 11:08 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leicester to Derby
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Trains from Leicester to Derby run on average 7 times per day, taking around 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $4 (€3) if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 24 miles (39 km) distance in 20m.
Distance 24 miles (39 km) |
Average train duration 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $4 (€3) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 20m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
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FAQs: Trains from Leicester to Derby
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to Derby 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 Derby, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Leicester to Derby
Most Leicester to Derby trains use the Leicester to Derby station pair, with some services arriving at Spondon. Use this guide to compare Leicester and Derby train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Leicester station do trains to Derby leave from?
Getting to Leicester from Leicester city centre
Leicester train station facilities and services
Leicester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Leicester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Leicester. ATMs are available at Leicester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leicester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leicester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leicester: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leicester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the main entrance and lifts to all platforms. Customers with wheelchairs who require assistance on graduated slopes should press the ticket gate 'assistance' button located at the bottom of the stairs near the self service ticket machines. To ensure availability of staff to assist, it is imperative that customers book assistance in advance. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms and at the bottom of all staircases, 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.
Which Derby station do trains from Leicester arrive at?
Getting to Derby from Derby city centre
Derby is 1 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Derby train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Derby.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Derby.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Derby.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Derby: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Derby: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to Spondon from Derby city centre
Spondon is 4 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Spondon train station facilities and services
Spondon has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Spondon.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Spondon: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Spondon: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to Peartree from Derby city centre
Peartree is 2 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Peartree train station facilities and services
Peartree has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Peartree.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Peartree: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Peartree: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
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