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How to get from Leicester to Derby by bus and train?

From Leicester to Derby by bus and train

To get from Leicester to Derby in East Midlands, take the 44 bus from Haymarket Bus Station, Leicester station to Rail Station, Leicester station. Next, take the EAST MIDLANDS RAILWAY train from Leicester station to Derby station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 8 min.

68min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 4444
Train - EAST MIDLANDS RAILWAY
Leaves from Haymarket Bus Station, Leicester

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Haymarket Bus Station, Leicester
    ID lecdgjtd
    290 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 4444
    Wait for bus
    44
    South Wigston
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Rail Station, Leicester
    ID lecdjtpw
    3 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Leicester
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - EAST MIDLANDS RAILWAYEAST MIDLANDS RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    EAST MIDLANDS RAILWAY
    Sheffield
  • 6
    Ride to train station Derby
    Ride to train station
    Derby
    33 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Leicester to Derby by bus and train via 31 and EAST MIDLANDS RAILWAY

To get from Leicester to Derby in East Midlands, take the 31 bus from Haymarket Bus Station, Leicester station to Rail Station, Leicester station. Next, take the EAST MIDLANDS RAILWAY train from Leicester station to Derby station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 13 min.

73min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 3131
Train - EAST MIDLANDS RAILWAY
Leaves from Haymarket Bus Station, Leicester

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Haymarket Bus Station, Leicester
    ID lecdjdpt
    300 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 3131
    Wait for bus
    31
    Leicester
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Rail Station, Leicester
    ID lecdjtpw
    3 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Leicester
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - EAST MIDLANDS RAILWAYEAST MIDLANDS RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    EAST MIDLANDS RAILWAY
    Sheffield
  • 6
    Ride to train station Derby
    Ride to train station
    Derby
    33 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Leicester to Derby

The distance between Leicester, East Midlands and Derby, East Midlands is approximately 30.66 mi, which can typically be travelled in 68 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Leicester to Derby by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in East Midlands – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Leicester

Leicester is located at Leicester, East Midlands and the nearest public transport station is Orchard Street, Leicester.

Bus stations close to Leicester:

  • Orchard Street, Leicester
  • Haymarket Bus Station, Leicester
  • Abbey Street, Leicester

Public transport stations close to Derby, East Midlands

Derby is located at Derby, East Midlands and the nearest public transport station is Calvert Street, Derby.

Train stations close to Derby:

  • Spondon

Bus stations close to Derby:

  • Calvert Street, Derby
  • Derby
  • Railway Station, Derby

Alternative route from Leicester to Derby by bus and train via 31 and EAST MIDLANDS RAILWAY

To get from Leicester to Derby in East Midlands, take the 31 bus from Haymarket Bus Station, Leicester station to Rail Station, Leicester station. Next, take the EAST MIDLANDS RAILWAY train from Leicester station to Derby station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 13 min.

73min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 3131
Train - EAST MIDLANDS RAILWAY
Leaves from Haymarket Bus Station, Leicester

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Haymarket Bus Station, Leicester
    ID lecdjdpt
    300 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 3131
    Wait for bus
    31
    Leicester
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Rail Station, Leicester
    ID lecdjtpw
    3 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Leicester
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - EAST MIDLANDS RAILWAYEAST MIDLANDS RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    EAST MIDLANDS RAILWAY
    Sheffield
  • 6
    Ride to train station Derby
    Ride to train station
    Derby
    33 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Leicester to Derby?

    The fastest way takes 68 minutes, using Bus line 44, Bus line EAST MIDLANDS RAILWAY.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Leicester to Derby?

    The alternative route takes 73 minutes, using Bus line 31, Bus line EAST MIDLANDS RAILWAY.

  • Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Derby in East Midlands?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 8 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Leicester to Derby in East Midlands?

    The 44 bus line goes from Haymarket Bus Station, Leicester station near Leicester to South Wigston station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till South Wigston station near Derby in East Midlands

  • How long does it take to travel from Leicester to Derby in East Midlands by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Leicester and Derby in East Midlands by bus and train is about 1 hr 8 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Leicester to get to Derby in East Midlands?

    Get on the 44 bus from the Haymarket Bus Station, Leicester stop near Leicester in East Midlands.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Leicester and Derby in East Midlands?

    Get off the bus at the South Wigston station, which is closest to Derby in East Midlands.

  • When is the first train from Leicester to Derby in East Midlands?

    The first train from Leicester to Derby in East Midlands is East Midlands Railway. It leaves the Leicester station at 11:15.

  • When is the last bus from Leicester to Derby in East Midlands?

    The last bus from Leicester to Derby in East Midlands is the Leicester - Loughborough - East Midlands Airport - Derby line. It leaves the St Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester stop at 23:55.

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