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The cheapest and fastest trains from Derby station (DBY) to Leicester station (LEI)
Showing times and prices for 22 Jun
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
20 m
Average duration
20 m
Trains per day
37
Distance
39 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Derby station (DBY) to Leicester station (LEI) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Derby station (DBY) to Leicester station (LEI) will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
Fast trains
Of the 37 trains that leave Derby station (DBY) for Leicester station (LEI) every day 35 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 39 km distance in an average of 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 20 m .
The slowest trains will take 20 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.
C2165618:090h22Derby station (DBY)18:31Leicester station (LEI)£91One-way0 changes- W7082619:090h20Derby station (DBY)19:29Leicester station (LEI)£91One-way0 changes
- W7082017:340h30Derby station (DBY)18:04Leicester station (LEI)£91One-way0 changes
- W7083420:320h31Derby station (DBY)21:03Leicester station (LEI)£91One-way0 changes
- C2154621:320h31Derby station (DBY)22:03Leicester station (LEI)£91One-way0 changes
- W7082619:090h20Derby station (DBY)19:29Leicester station (LEI)£91One-way0 changes
- C2166616:080h20Derby station (DBY)16:28Leicester station (LEI)£111One-way0 changes
- W707759:080h20Derby station (DBY)9:28Leicester station (LEI)£91One-way0 changes
- W7081015:080h20Derby station (DBY)15:28Leicester station (LEI)£111One-way0 changes
- W7079913:080h20Derby station (DBY)13:28Leicester station (LEI)£111One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Derby station (DBY) to Leicester station (LEI)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Derby station (DBY) to Leicester station (LEI) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £3.
Distance: 39 km
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56m Average total duration Fastest 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 46m Average total duration 1h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Derby station (DBY) to Leicester station (LEI) train times
The table below shows live departures for Derby station (DBY) to Leicester station (LEI) trains for today, Sunday 21 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W70774 | Delayed 13:30 14:26Derby station (DBY) | 0h31 | 14:57 Leicester station (LEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
 G00898+W70687 | On time 14:33 Derby station (DBY) | 1h08 | 15:41 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| W70780 | On time 15:26 Derby station (DBY) | 0h32 | 15:58 Leicester station (LEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G00948+W70693 | On time 15:35 Derby station (DBY) | 1h06 | 16:41 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| W70786 | On time 16:26 Derby station (DBY) | 0h32 | 16:58 Leicester station (LEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G66783+W70699 | On time 16:33 Derby station (DBY) | 1h08 | 17:41 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| W70792 | On time 17:26 Derby station (DBY) | 0h31 | 17:57 Leicester station (LEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G00945+C21680 | On time 17:36 Derby station (DBY) | 1h05 | 18:41 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| C21681 | On time 18:26 Derby station (DBY) | 0h31 | 18:57 Leicester station (LEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G66798+W70709 | On time 18:36 Derby station (DBY) | 1h01 | 19:37 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| W70801 | On time 19:26 Derby station (DBY) | 0h31 | 19:57 Leicester station (LEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W70805 | On time 20:26 Derby station (DBY) | 0h31 | 20:57 Leicester station (LEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W70841 | On time 21:03 Derby station (DBY) | 0h31 | 21:34 Leicester station (LEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C21287 · W70719 | On time 21:18 Derby station (DBY) | 1h04 | 22:22 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| Monday 22 June | |||||
| W70749 | 4:39 Derby station (DBY) | 0h30 | 5:09 Leicester station (LEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W70666 | On time 4:47 Derby station (DBY) | 0h57 | 5:44 Leicester station (LEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W70754 | On time 5:30 Derby station (DBY) | 0h30 | 6:00 Leicester station (LEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W70756 | On time 6:02 Derby station (DBY) | 0h27 | 6:29 Leicester station (LEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C21676 | On time 6:28 Derby station (DBY) | 0h30 | 6:58 Leicester station (LEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W70763 | On time 7:05 Derby station (DBY) | 0h24 | 7:29 Leicester station (LEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C21670 | 7:32 Derby station (DBY) | 0h27 | 7:59 Leicester station (LEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C21675 | On time 8:06 Derby station (DBY) | 0h24 | 8:30 Leicester station (LEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C21667 | On time 8:32 Derby station (DBY) | 0h31 | 9:03 Leicester station (LEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W70775 | On time 9:08 Derby station (DBY) | 0h20 | 9:28 Leicester station (LEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C21663 | On time 9:32 Derby station (DBY) | 0h31 | 10:03 Leicester station (LEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W70781 | On time 10:08 Derby station (DBY) | 0h22 | 10:30 Leicester station (LEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W70784 | On time 10:32 Derby station (DBY) | 0h31 | 11:03 Leicester station (LEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C21659 | On time 11:08 Derby station (DBY) | 0h22 | 11:30 Leicester station (LEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C21654 | On time 11:32 Derby station (DBY) | 0h31 | 12:03 Leicester station (LEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W70793 | On time 12:09 Derby station (DBY) | 0h21 | 12:30 Leicester station (LEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W70796 | On time 12:32 Derby station (DBY) | 0h31 | 13:03 Leicester station (LEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W70799 | On time 13:08 Derby station (DBY) | 0h20 | 13:28 Leicester station (LEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W70802 | On time 13:32 Derby station (DBY) | 0h31 | 14:03 Leicester station (LEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W70804 | On time 14:08 Derby station (DBY) | 0h22 | 14:30 Leicester station (LEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Derby station (DBY) to Leicester station (LEI)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Derby station (DBY) to Leicester station (LEI) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:47, the last at 22:20. The fastest train covers the 39 km distance in 20m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 39 km |
Average train duration 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 20m |
First train 3:47 |
Last train 22:20 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country from Derby station (DBY) to Leicester station (LEI) trainsEast Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Derby station (DBY) and Leicester station (LEI) from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
East Midlands Railway
About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
20m
Cheapest Price
£3
East Midlands Railway frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone
east_midlands_trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
19m
Cheapest Price
£13
east_midlands_trains frequency
23 a day
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
43m
Cheapest Price
£35
Cross Country frequency
2 a day
FAQs: Derby station (DBY) to Leicester station (LEI) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby station (DBY) to Leicester station (LEI) 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 Leicester station (LEI), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Derby station (DBY) to Leicester station (LEI) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £3, while the average price tends to be around £11.
The train journey from Derby station (DBY) to Leicester station (LEI) covers a distance of 39 km and takes approximately 20m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Derby station (DBY) to Leicester station (LEI) is 39 km.
The first train from Derby station (DBY) to Leicester station (LEI) leaves at 3:47.
The last train from Derby station (DBY) to Leicester station (LEI) departs at 22:20.
Trains from Derby station (DBY) to Leicester station (LEI) run approximately 7 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Derby station (DBY) to Leicester station (LEI).
Yes, there is a direct train between Derby station (DBY) and Leicester station (LEI). The service operates 6 times per day, provided by East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains.
To get from Derby station (DBY) to Leicester station (LEI), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Derby station (DBY) to Leicester station (LEI).
The cheapest way to get from Derby station (DBY) to Leicester station (LEI) is by train, costing approximately £3.
Booking trains from Derby station (DBY) to Leicester station (LEI) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Derby to Leicester offers a pleasant view of the English countryside, with rolling hills, fields, and glimpses of charming villages along the way, providing a moderately scenic experience.
Yes, a day trip from Derby to Leicester is feasible. The journey takes 20m, covers 39 km, and trains run 7 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Derby station (DBY) to Leicester station (LEI).
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Derby station (DBY) and Leicester station (LEI)
Derby
Leicester
The major train station for departures in Derby is Derby. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Derby for your trip from Derby to Leicester.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:55 - 22:45 Saturday 04:55 - 22:45 Sunday 06:20 - 23:00
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, Platform 2/3 and Platform 4/6. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1, Platform 2/3 and Platform 4/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from Customer Reception upon request
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Located in North Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Derby
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the rear of the station, at the Pride Park exit
The major train station for arrivals in Leicester is Leicester. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leicester for your journey to Leicester from Derby.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:20 - 22:30 Saturday 05:20 - 22:30 Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
Parking
- Car Park: Short stay car park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Duty Manager located on the end of Platform 3/4
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub situated on the lower floor (old Red Star parcels area) which can be accessed via the lift located to the left of the Customer Information desk. Stands also available in main car park and station front near short stay car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Leicester
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Coaches leave from the Station front
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