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Cheap train tickets from Derby to Leicester
Showing times and prices for 20 Apr
Cheapest
£6
Average
£10
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Derby to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
Cheapest
08:040h23
Derby station (DBY)08:27Leicester station (LEI)
£61One-way
0 changes
09:100h20
Derby station (DBY)09:30Leicester station (LEI)
£101One-way
0 changes
08:320h30
Derby station (DBY)09:02Leicester station (LEI)
£101One-way
0 changes
10:050h21
Derby station (DBY)10:26Leicester station (LEI)
£101One-way
0 changes
09:320h31
Derby station (DBY)10:03Leicester station (LEI)
£161One-way
0 changes
Train timetableDerby to Leicester
Showing trains for tomorrow, Saturday, 20 April
East Midlands Railway
08:040h23
Derby station (DBY)08:27Leicester station (LEI)
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East Midlands Railway
08:320h30
Derby station (DBY)09:02Leicester station (LEI)
0 changes
East Midlands Railway
09:100h20
Derby station (DBY)09:30Leicester station (LEI)
0 changes
East Midlands Railway
09:320h31
Derby station (DBY)10:03Leicester station (LEI)
0 changes
East Midlands Railway
10:050h21
Derby station (DBY)10:26Leicester station (LEI)
0 changes
East Midlands Railway
10:330h30
Derby station (DBY)11:03Leicester station (LEI)
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Train times from Derby to Leicester
Showing times and prices for 20 Apr
Fastest Journey
20 m
Average
25 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
39 km
Of the 6 trains that leave Derby for Leicester every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
Fastest
09:100h20
Derby station (DBY)09:30Leicester station (LEI)
£101One-way
0 changes
10:050h21
Derby station (DBY)10:26Leicester station (LEI)
£101One-way
0 changes
08:040h23
Derby station (DBY)08:27Leicester station (LEI)
£61One-way
0 changes
08:320h30
Derby station (DBY)09:02Leicester station (LEI)
£101One-way
0 changes
10:330h30
Derby station (DBY)11:03Leicester station (LEI)
£161One-way
0 changes
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Overview: Train from Derby to Leicester
 Distance | 24 miles |
|---|---|
 Average train duration | 20 min |
 Average train ticket price | £12 (€13) |
 Train frequency | 25 a day |
 Direct train | Yes, there are 16 direct trains a day |
 Train companies | East Midlands Trains or CrossCountry |
Trains from Derby to Leicester cover the 24 miles long trip taking on average 20 min with our travel partners like East Midlands Trains or CrossCountry. Normally, there are 25 trains operating per day. While the average ticket price for this trip costs around £12, you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as £4. Travellers depart most frequently from Derby and arrive in Leicester.
Trains from Derby to Leicester
East Midland Trains offer daily trains from Derby Train Station to Leicester Train Station. Many services are offered by East Midland Trains each day and evening, with the first train departing from Derby Train Station at 10:00 a.m. and the last train leaving the station at 9:38 p.m. The service from Derby to Leicester is direct and the average journey duration is 22 minutes. Nevertheless, the journey time may vary slightly and will depend on the time of day that passengers choose to travel.
FAQs: Derby to Leicester train
FAQs: Travel by train from Derby to Leicester easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Derby to Leicester.
Cheap train tickets from Derby to Leicester can start from as little as £4 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Derby to Leicester is £12; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Derby to Leicester train time is 20 min covering the 24 mile long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Derby to Leicester leaves at 07: 05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Derby to Leicester leaves at 22: 58.
There are 25 trains a day from Derby to Leicester which require at least one change with East Midlands Trains or CrossCountry. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
Yes, there's a high-speed train to Leicester. Take the fast train with East Midlands Trains from Derby to Leicester.
When taking a train from Derby to Leicester, you can count on East Midlands Trains or CrossCountry for the best way to get you to Leicester. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service from Derby to Leicester and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 22: 58.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Derby, which is located around 1 mile (1.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Leicester, located 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away from the city centre.
The cheapest month to travel from Derby to Leicester by train is December.
You have options as you can travel to Leicester from Derby 2 different ways: train or coach.
Important Stations and Airports in Derby and Leicester
Derby
Leicester
The major railway station for departures from Derby is Derby. Read all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Derby for your trip between Derby and Leicester.
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Public transport options for Derby
Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the rear of the station, at the Pride Park exit
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