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 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 New York and takes around 10h 10m.

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 New York and takes around 10h 10m.

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

KLM
Good (1,594 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (8,297 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,286 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,469 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,111 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,236 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,701 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,646 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,711 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,692 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (981 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,472 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,027 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,555 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,870 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,539 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,192 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,414 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,632 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (436 reviews)
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Where to stay in Derby

Average rates range from around $66 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $79 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Derby, with prices from $35 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 29% 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, 2289 reviews)
$50+
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Wychnor Park Country Club
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1417 reviews)
$101+
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Hilton at St.George's Park, Burton Upon Trent
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1347 reviews)
$161+
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Radisson Blu Hotel, East Midlands Airport
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 2494 reviews)
$74+
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Holiday Inn Derby - Riverlights By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1962 reviews)
$66+
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The Boars Head Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1687 reviews)
$98+
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Renting a car in Derby

Renting a car in Derby costs $30 per day, on average, or $59 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 12% cheaper than airport locations in Derby.

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. Compact (Volkswagen ID.3 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Derby, while also 65% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Derby costs $30 per day, on average, or $59 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 12% cheaper than airport locations in Derby.

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. Compact (Volkswagen ID.3 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Derby, while also 65% cheaper than other types, on average.

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