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, Compamigos (Findern Ln) and Carluccio's - Derby (West Mall, Intu) are great picks.

When to visit Derby

Derby in January
Estimated hotel price
$92
1 night at 3-star hotel
Derby in January
Estimated hotel price
$92
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 New York and takes around 7h 14m.

Train

AccesRail is the only carrier operating train routes to Derby. The train journey from Derby to Birmingham takes 1h 35m and costs around $44 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about $107 for a 4h 40m trip. Located 9 miles from the city center, Derby Tutbury & Hatton is the busiest station in Derby. Another popular train station is Derby Willington, located 6 miles from the center.

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 U-Save and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Derby using FlixBus or National Express. From Leeds, the bus ride to Derby takes 70 miles and will cost you around $13. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about $14 for a journey of 130 miles. The most popular bus station is Derby Riverlights Bus Station, located 0.2 miles from downtown Derby. Derby Donnington Park is also a commonly used station, and is 8 miles from the city center.

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 New York and takes around 7h 14m.

Train

AccesRail is the only carrier operating train routes to Derby. The train journey from Derby to Birmingham takes 1h 35m and costs around $44 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about $107 for a 4h 40m trip. Located 9 miles from the city center, Derby Tutbury & Hatton is the busiest station in Derby. Another popular train station is Derby Willington, located 6 miles from the center.

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 U-Save and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Derby using FlixBus or National Express. From Leeds, the bus ride to Derby takes 70 miles and will cost you around $13. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about $14 for a journey of 130 miles. The most popular bus station is Derby Riverlights Bus Station, located 0.2 miles from downtown Derby. Derby Donnington Park is also a commonly used station, and is 8 miles from the city center.

Airports near Derby

BHXBirmingham
LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
MANManchester

Airlines serving Derby

KLM
Good (1,493 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,905 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,869 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,306 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,400 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,916 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,176 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,564 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (905 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,561 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,748 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,559 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,915 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,188 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,381 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (399 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,196 reviews)
Etihad Airways
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Cathay Pacific
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Where to stay in Derby

There are also lots of vacation rental options in Derby, with prices from $40 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 31% 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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The Boars Head Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1604 reviews)
$96+
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Holiday Inn Express Burton Upon Trent By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1559 reviews)
$60+
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Hilton at St.George's Park, Burton Upon Trent
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1256 reviews)
$147+
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Delta Hotels by Marriott Breadsall Priory Country Club
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 2212 reviews)
$123+
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Riverside Hotel by Chef & Brewer Collection
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1497 reviews)
$84+
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Dog & Partridge Hotel by Greene King Inns
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1113 reviews)
$84+
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Renting a car in Derby

Renting a car in Derby costs $38 per day, on average, or $77 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, 9% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay $7.46 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 $89.49 and $119.32. Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Derby, while also 5% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Derby costs $38 per day, on average, or $77 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, 9% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay $7.46 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 $89.49 and $119.32. Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Derby, while also 5% cheaper than other types, on average.

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