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

Derby travel guide

Derby Tourism | Derby Guide

You're Going to Love Derby

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. Derby deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Where to Eat in Derby

If you’re looking for affordable options, Queens Head Derby (Victoria Avenue) and The Hideout (9-11 Market Place) are great picks.

When to visit Derby

Derby in December
Estimated hotel price
$63
1 night at 3-star hotel
Derby in December
Estimated hotel price
$63
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 9 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Derby from the United States departs from Boston and takes around 8h 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Derby is to pick up a car rental from London, which is about 114 miles from Derby. You’ll find branches of ADDCAR RENTAL and U-Save, among others, in London.

Plane

When flying to Derby, you’ll arrive at East Midlands Airport (EMA), which is located 9 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Derby from the United States departs from Boston and takes around 8h 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Derby is to pick up a car rental from London, which is about 114 miles from Derby. You’ll find branches of ADDCAR RENTAL and U-Save, among others, in London.

Airports near Derby

BHXBirmingham
LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
MANManchester

Airlines serving Derby

Lufthansa
Good (8,294 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,594 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,267 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,113 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,459 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,243 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (984 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,678 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,651 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,707 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,688 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,025 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,436 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,192 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,546 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,417 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (438 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,811 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,525 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,455 reviews)
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Where to stay in Derby

Average rates range from around $68 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $102 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Derby, with prices from $38 to $565 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Derby are about 21% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Derby by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Derby

Most booked hotels in Derby

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B&B HOTEL Derby
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 2266 reviews)
$56+
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Wychnor Park Country Club
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1412 reviews)
$102+
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Hilton at St.George's Park, Burton Upon Trent
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1343 reviews)
$160+
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Radisson Blu Hotel, East Midlands Airport
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 2487 reviews)
$93+
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Holiday Inn Derby - Riverlights By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1958 reviews)
$71+
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The Boars Head Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1684 reviews)
$99+
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Renting a car in Derby

Renting a car in Derby costs $34 per day, on average, or $68 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 16% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay $8.78 per gallon in Derby (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $105.39 and $140.51. The most frequently booked car type in Derby is Compact (Volkswagen ID.3 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Fiat 500 or similar) are, on average, 79% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Derby costs $34 per day, on average, or $68 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 16% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay $8.78 per gallon in Derby (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $105.39 and $140.51. The most frequently booked car type in Derby is Compact (Volkswagen ID.3 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Fiat 500 or similar) are, on average, 79% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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