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Bosworth Battlefield Heritage Centre
Awarding insight into the 1485 battle through exhibitions, interpretation and the wider story of Richard III and Henry Tudor.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£15
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£17
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 4 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 5 m
Trains on 18 Sept
2
Distance
43 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Derby to Hinckley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Derby to Hinckley will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 2 trains from Derby to Hinckley, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 43 km distance in an average of 1 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 4 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 5 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Derby to Hinckley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 15m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £11, while a coach costs an average of £12.
Distance: 43 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£11 Average Price Cheapest | £12 Average Price | £8 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 15m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 13m Average total duration 2h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Derby to Hinckley:
A train is £1 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Derby to Hinckley costing on average £12.
Other travel options to Hinckley take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 43m.
You'll arrive about 7m sooner (45m by train vs 52m by car). Tickets start at around £11 compared to roughly £8 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.
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.
The table below shows live departures for Derby to Hinckley trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:32 Derby | 1h04 | 7:36 Hinckley | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:32 Derby | 1h05 | 19:37 Hinckley | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Derby to Hinckley run on average 7 times per day, taking around 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 22:58. The fastest train covers the 43 km distance in 1h 4m.
Distance 43 km |
Average train duration 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 4m |
First train 5:30 |
Last train 22:58 |
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Discover the best of Hinckley — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Hinckley trip today.
Awarding insight into the 1485 battle through exhibitions, interpretation and the wider story of Richard III and Henry Tudor.
Main local history museum covering Hinckley's hosiery trade, framework knitting and everyday life with engaging displays in the town centre.
Working collection and gallery space focused on canal heritage, boats and waterside life at nearby Market Bosworth.
Large country park with lakes, woodland walks and links to Bosworth heritage. Popular for gentle walks, picnics and family visits.
Public park near the centre with formal gardens, play areas and open lawns, well suited to a short relaxing walk.
Scenic walking and cycling route following the canal through quiet countryside, with towpaths, locks and good wildlife spotting.
Pork pie from nearby Melton Mowbray has hand-raised hot-water crust pastry and seasoned pork. It is a classic Leicestershire snack with protected status.
Red Leicester is a firm, orange-red cow’s milk cheese from Leicestershire. Its nutty, mellow flavour makes it one of the county’s best-known traditional foods.
Stilton from the Vale of Belvoir area is a rich blue cheese often associated with Leicestershire. It is prized for its crumbly texture and deep savoury flavour.
Popular Indian restaurant serving curries, tandoori dishes and house specials in a modern, comfortable dining room.
Established steakhouse and grill in Hinckley town centre, known for steaks, burgers and a lively but relaxed setting.
Traditional pub and restaurant with British classics, roasts and drinks in a historic coaching inn atmosphere.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than in major cities, while local transport and everyday costs are fairly typical.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Cafes and pubs may have tip jars, but tipping is optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby to Hinckley 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 Hinckley, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Derby to Hinckley trains use the Derby to Hinckley station pair. Use this guide to compare Derby and Hinckley 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.
Hinckley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Hinckley.
Ticket office support is available at Hinckley.
Available at Hinckley: Parking, WC.
Available at Hinckley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hinckley: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B Platform 1 has step free access via a short ramp. Platform 2 has step free access via a ramped bridge with a moderate gradient. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on IUP, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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