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Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Derby (DBY)

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37

train journeys
per day

24

miles (39 kms)

20 mins

fastest journey

00:44 / 00:26

first / last train

36

direct trains

1

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Derby (DBY)

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On a typical weekday there are 37 scheduled rail journeys between Leicester and Derby , with 36 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 1 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Leicester to Derby is approximately 24 miles (39 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 28 mins.

East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Leicester and Derby.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Leicester to Derby. The fastest journey time on this route takes 20 mins.

Journeys from Leicester to Derby Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    00:44
    27 mins Direct
    01:11
    Leicester
    Derby
    Leicester to Derby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:48
    34 mins Direct
    06:22
    Leicester
    Derby
    Leicester to Derby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:37
    31 mins Direct
    07:08
    Leicester
    Derby
    Leicester to Derby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:06
    23 mins Direct
    07:29
    Leicester
    Derby
    Leicester to Derby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:43
    31 mins Direct
    08:14
    Leicester
    Derby
    Leicester to Derby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:09
    21 mins Direct
    08:30
    Leicester
    Derby
    Leicester to Derby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:40
    31 mins Direct
    09:11
    Leicester
    Derby
    Leicester to Derby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:09
    21 mins Direct
    09:30
    Leicester
    Derby
    Leicester to Derby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:40
    31 mins Direct
    10:11
    Leicester
    Derby
    Leicester to Derby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:10
    20 mins Direct
    10:30
    Leicester
    Derby
    Leicester to Derby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:37
    31 mins Direct
    11:08
    Leicester
    Derby
    Leicester to Derby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:08
    21 mins Direct
    11:29
    Leicester
    Derby
    Leicester to Derby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:37
    31 mins Direct
    12:08
    Leicester
    Derby
    Leicester to Derby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:06
    22 mins Direct
    12:28
    Leicester
    Derby
    Leicester to Derby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:35
    33 mins Direct
    13:08
    Leicester
    Derby
    Leicester to Derby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:08
    20 mins Direct
    13:28
    Leicester
    Derby
    Leicester to Derby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:38
    31 mins Direct
    14:09
    Leicester
    Derby
    Leicester to Derby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:07
    21 mins Direct
    14:28
    Leicester
    Derby
    Leicester to Derby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:37
    31 mins Direct
    15:08
    Leicester
    Derby
    Leicester to Derby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:06
    22 mins Direct
    15:28
    Leicester
    Derby
    Leicester to Derby

About Leicester Station

Station name Leicester (LEI)
Address Leicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:20 - 22:30
Saturday 05:20 - 22:30
Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Derby Station

Station name Derby (DBY)
Address Derby station, Railway Terrace, Derby, Derbyshire, DE1 2RU
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 04:55 - 22:45
Saturday 04:55 - 22:45
Sunday 06:20 - 23:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Leicester and Derby

The travel time between Leicester and Derby by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 28 mins & the fastest journey takes 20 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Leicester and Derby vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 37 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:44, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:26.

First class tickets on trains between Leicester and Derby typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Leicester and Derby can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 36 direct services per day from Leicester to Derby

East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Leicester and Derby.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Leicester and Derby, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.