How to travel from Peterborough to Derby

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Compare train for Peterborough to Derby

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Peterborough to Derby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 29m. 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 train costs an average of €13, and a train costs an average of €13.

Distance: 56 miles (91 km)

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1h 29m

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The cheapest way to travel from Peterborough to Derby is a train with an average price of €28.
The fastest way to travel from Peterborough to Derby is by train with an average journey time of 1h 29m.

Other travel options to Derby take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 20m.

Yes, you can take a train between Peterborough and Derby.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Peterborough to Derby among Omio's users.

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FAQs: Travel from Peterborough 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 Peterborough to Derby.

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You can travel between Peterborough and Derby by train.
The cheapest way to travel from Peterborough to Derby is a train with an average price of €28.
The fastest way to travel from Peterborough to Derby is by train with an average journey time of 1h 29m.

Other travel options to Derby take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 20m.

The distance from Peterborough to Derby is approximately 56 miles (91 km).
The average frequency per day from Peterborough to Derby is:
  • Around 9 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Peterborough to Derby:
  • Trains mostly depart from Peterborough station (PBO) and arrive in Derby station (DBY).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Peterborough to Derby, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with National Express to go to Derby by bus.
  • Travel with East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), east_midlands_trains, Cross Country to go to Derby by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Peterborough to Derby:
  • 0 direct trains per day with east_midlands_trains.
Omio customers who travel from Peterborough 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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