Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Derby travel guide

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With a population of 235.029, Derby is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 28 days in order to fully appreciate everything Derby has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Derby

If you’re looking for affordable options, Carluccio's - Derby (West Mall, Intu) and Zizzi - Derby (16-17 Friar Gate) are great picks.

When to visit Derby

Derby in January
Estimated hotel price
$138
1 night at 3-star hotel
Derby in January
Estimated hotel price
$138
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Derby

Plane

When flying to Derby, you’ll arrive at East Midlands Airport (EMA), which is located 14 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Derby from New Zealand departs from Christchurch and takes around 36h 45m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Derby, followed by Transpennine Express. The train journey from Derby to London takes 3h 05m and costs around $82 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Edinburgh, expect to pay about $124 for a 3h 07m trip. Located 15 km from the city centre, Derby Tutbury & Hatton is the busiest station in Derby. Another popular train station is Derby Willington, located 10 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Derby is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 183 km from Derby. You’ll find branches of DRIVALIA and GREEN MOTION , among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Derby using National Express or FlixBus. From Liverpool, the bus ride to Derby takes 135 km and will cost you around $8. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about $23 for a journey of 225 km. The most popular bus station is Derby Riverlights Bus Station, located 0.4 km from the city centre of Derby. Derby Donnington Park is also a commonly used station, and is 13 km from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Derby, you’ll arrive at East Midlands Airport (EMA), which is located 14 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Derby from New Zealand departs from Christchurch and takes around 36h 45m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Derby, followed by Transpennine Express. The train journey from Derby to London takes 3h 05m and costs around $82 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Edinburgh, expect to pay about $124 for a 3h 07m trip. Located 15 km from the city centre, Derby Tutbury & Hatton is the busiest station in Derby. Another popular train station is Derby Willington, located 10 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Derby is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 183 km from Derby. You’ll find branches of DRIVALIA and GREEN MOTION , among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Derby using National Express or FlixBus. From Liverpool, the bus ride to Derby takes 135 km and will cost you around $8. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about $23 for a journey of 225 km. The most popular bus station is Derby Riverlights Bus Station, located 0.4 km from the city centre of Derby. Derby Donnington Park is also a commonly used station, and is 13 km from the city centre.

Airports near Derby

BHXBirmingham
LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
MANManchester

Airlines serving Derby

Lufthansa
Good (7,407 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,386 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,363 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,957 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,737 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,968 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,924 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,923 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,468 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,336 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,624 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (850 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,145 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,486 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,114 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,250 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,324 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (996 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (359 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,365 reviews)
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Where to stay in Derby

There are also lots of holiday rental options in Derby, with prices from $64 to $1,329 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Derby are about 12% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Derby

Most booked hotels in Derby

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Leonardo Hotel East Midlands Airport
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$166+
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Leonardo Hotel Derby
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$127+
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Ibis Budget Derby
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$99+
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Derby Mickleover Hotel, BW Signature Collection
4 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
$100+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Donington A50
3 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
$85+
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Travelodge Derby Pride Park
3 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
$64+
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Hiring a car in Derby

Expect to pay $3.03 per litre in Derby (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $36.36 and $48.48. Compact (Vauxhall Crossland or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Derby, while also 40% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $3.03 per litre in Derby (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $36.36 and $48.48. Compact (Vauxhall Crossland or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Derby, while also 40% cheaper than other types, on average.

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