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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Derby station (DBY) to Leicester station (LEI)
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£9
Fastest journey
21 m
Average duration
29 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
39 km
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 £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
Of the 5 trains that leave Derby station (DBY) for Leicester station (LEI) every day 5 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 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 31 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.
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 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £4.
Distance: 39 km
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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, Thursday 6 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:32 Derby station (DBY) | 0h31 | 11:03 Leicester station (LEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:34 Derby station (DBY) | 0h31 | 17:05 Leicester station (LEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 7 November | |||||
| 05:28 Derby station (DBY) | 0h30 | 05:58 Leicester station (LEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:32 Derby station (DBY) | 0h31 | 08:03 Leicester station (LEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Derby station (DBY) to Leicester station (LEI)
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Trains from Derby station (DBY) to Leicester station (LEI) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:28, the last at 21:20. The fastest train covers the 39 km distance in 20m.
Distance 39 km |
Average train duration 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 20m |
First train 05:28 |
Last train 21:20 |
Train companies: East Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country from Derby station (DBY) to Leicester station (LEI) trainsEast Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Derby station (DBY) and Leicester station (LEI) from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Derby station (DBY) and Leicester station (LEI)
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:55 - 22:45 Saturday 04:55 - 22:45 Sunday 06:20 - 23:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Located in North Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the rear of the station, at the Pride Park exit
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Information Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:20 - 22:30 Saturday 05:20 - 22:30 Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
- Car Park: Short stay car park
- 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
- 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
- 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 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Coaches leave from the Station front
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