How to travel from Leeds to Derby

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Compare bus and train for Leeds to Derby

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Derby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $18 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 58m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, while a train costs an average of $22.

Distance: 60 miles (97 km)

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Driving

$22

Average price

$18

Average price

Cheapest

$28

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 58m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 28m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 22m

Average total duration

1h 52m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 25m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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National Express

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Leeds to Derby is a bus with an average price of $18.

This is compared to other travel options from Leeds to Derby:

A bus is $4 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leeds to Derby costing on average $22.

The fastest way to travel from Leeds to Derby is by train with an average journey time of 1h 58m.

Other travel options to Derby take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 22m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leeds and Derby including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Leeds to Derby among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $22 compared to roughly $28 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $6. The journey takes 1h 28m versus 1h 25m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Leeds to Derby

How to get from Leeds to Derby by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

train

The best way to travel from Leeds to Derby is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • CrossCountryW29862
    9:15 AM1h12
    Leeds station (LDS)
    10:27 AMDerby station (DBY)
    $201One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • CrossCountryW29862
    9:15 AM1h12
    Leeds station (LDS)
    10:27 AMDerby station (DBY)
    $201One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • CrossCountryG01170
    8:15 PM1h10
    Leeds station (LDS)
    9:25 PMDerby station (DBY)
    $261One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • CrossCountryW29868
    10:15 AM1h12
    Leeds station (LDS)
    11:27 AMDerby station (DBY)
    $231One-way
    0 transfers
  • CrossCountryW29909
    5:15 PM1h12
    Leeds station (LDS)
    6:27 PMDerby station (DBY)
    $261One-way
    0 transfers
  • CrossCountryG01133
    6:11 AM1h13
    Leeds station (LDS)
    7:24 AMDerby station (DBY)
    $261One-way
    0 transfers
  • National ExpressNX195 · NX440
    6:00 PM5h35
    Leeds, Coach Station
    11:35 PMDerby, Bus Station
    $301One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX180 · NX196
    2:30 AM6h50
    Leeds, Coach Station
    9:20 AMDerby, Bus Station
    $351One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX183 · NX440
    5:30 PM4h20
    Leeds, Coach Station
    9:50 PMDerby, Bus Station
    $351One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Leeds to Derby

Travel to Derby easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Leeds to Derby.

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There are 2 options to travel between Leeds and Derby including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Leeds to Derby is a bus with an average price of $18.

This is compared to other travel options from Leeds to Derby:

A bus is $4 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leeds to Derby costing on average $22.

The fastest way to travel from Leeds to Derby is by train with an average journey time of 1h 58m.

Other travel options to Derby take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 22m.

The distance from Leeds to Derby is approximately 60 miles (97 km).
The average frequency per day from Leeds to Derby is:
  • Around 8 trains per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Leeds and Derby as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Leeds to Derby:
  • Trains mostly depart from Leeds station (LDS) and arrive in Derby station (DBY).
  • Buses mostly depart from Leeds, Coach Station and arrive in Derby, Bus Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Leeds to Derby, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with CrossCountry, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, Northern Trains Limited to go to Derby by train.
  • Travel with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus to go to Derby by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Leeds to Derby with the following travel companies:
  • 5 direct trains per day with CrossCountry, Cross Country.
  • 4 direct buses per day with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus.
Omio customers who travel from Leeds to Derby often also extend their vacation to go to London, Birmingham, Manchester, Nottingham, Leicester. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Derby and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Derby to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
For a fulfilling visit, spending 2 to 3 days in Derby allows you to explore its key attractions such as the Derby Museum and Art Gallery, Derby Cathedral, and the nearby Peak District.

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