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C2176212:360h31Leicester station (LEI)13:07Derby station (DBY)£61One-way0 changes- W7096411:370h32Leicester station (LEI)12:09Derby station (DBY)£61One-way0 changes
- W7095810:370h31Leicester station (LEI)11:08Derby station (DBY)£61One-way0 changes
- C216499:400h31Leicester station (LEI)10:11Derby station (DBY)£61One-way0 changes
- C217677:430h31Leicester station (LEI)8:14Derby station (DBY)£61One-way0 changes
- W7095610:100h20Leicester station (LEI)10:30Derby station (DBY)£71One-way0 changes
- C2165314:070h20Leicester station (LEI)14:27Derby station (DBY)£111One-way0 changes
- W7099617:070h20Leicester station (LEI)17:27Derby station (DBY)£91One-way0 changes
- W7098415:060h21Leicester station (LEI)15:27Derby station (DBY)£111One-way0 changes
- W7097213:070h21Leicester station (LEI)13:28Derby station (DBY)£111One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Leicester to Derby
The cheapest option from Leicester to Derby is train, with an average price of £6. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Derby among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg.
Distance: 39 km
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56m Average total duration Fastest option 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 44m Average total duration 1h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Leicester to Derby train times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Derby trains for today, Monday 13 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| W70945 | On time 8:09 Leicester station (LEI) | 0h23 | 8:32 Derby station (DBY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W70948 | On time 8:38 Leicester station (LEI) | 0h32 | 9:10 Derby station (DBY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C21769 | On time 9:09 Leicester station (LEI) | 0h21 | 9:30 Derby station (DBY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C21649 | On time 9:40 Leicester station (LEI) | 0h31 | 10:11 Derby station (DBY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W70996 | On time 17:07 Leicester station (LEI) | 0h20 | 17:27 Derby station (DBY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W70998 | On time 17:40 Leicester station (LEI) | 0h34 | 18:14 Derby station (DBY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C21781 | On time 18:11 Leicester station (LEI) | 0h23 | 18:34 Derby station (DBY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C21758 | On time 19:10 Leicester station (LEI) | 0h20 | 19:30 Derby station (DBY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W71009 | On time 19:41 Leicester station (LEI) | 0h33 | 20:14 Derby station (DBY) | 0 changesdirect | |
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| W70940 | 7:06 Leicester station (LEI) | 0h22 | 7:28 Derby station (DBY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C21767 | 7:43 Leicester station (LEI) | 0h31 | 8:14 Derby station (DBY) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leicester to Derby
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Typically, there are 7 trains per day from Leicester to Derby, including 7 direct trains, taking around 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 39 km distance in 20m.
Distance 39 km |
Average train duration 26m |
Lowest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 20m |
First train 0:03 |
Last train 23:56 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
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FAQs: Leicester to Derby train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to Derby 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 Derby, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Leicester and Derby
Most Leicester to Derby trains use the Leicester to Derby station pair, with some services arriving at Spondon. Use this guide to compare Leicester and Derby train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Leicester station do trains to Derby leave from?
Getting to Leicester from Leicester city centre
Leicester train station facilities and services
Leicester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Leicester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Leicester. ATMs are available at Leicester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leicester. Information desks are 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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leicester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leicester: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leicester: 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.
Which Derby station do trains from Leicester arrive at?
Getting to Derby from Derby city centre
Derby is 1 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Derby train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Derby.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Derby.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Derby.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Derby: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Derby: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to Spondon from Derby city centre
Spondon is 4 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Spondon train station facilities and services
Spondon has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Spondon.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Spondon: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Spondon: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Spondon: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. This station has a degree of step free access to the platform which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check for details. Level ramped access to both platforms from level crossing. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on IUP, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Peartree from Derby city centre
Peartree is 2 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Peartree train station facilities and services
Peartree has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Peartree.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Peartree: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Peartree: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Peartree: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to both platforms via ramps. These ramps have a very steep gradient. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edge of the platforms, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on IUP, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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