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 Boston and takes around 9h 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 Avis, 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 9h 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 Avis, among others, in London.

Airports near Derby

BHXBirmingham
LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
MANManchester

Airlines serving Derby

Lufthansa
Good (8,204 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,560 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,178 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,479 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,042 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,505 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,259 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,647 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,737 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (949 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,658 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,102 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,953 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,212 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,506 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,504 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,454 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,427 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (430 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,586 reviews)
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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 27% 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, 2183 reviews)
$59+
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Wychnor Park Country Club
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1376 reviews)
$127+
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Hilton at St.George's Park, Burton Upon Trent
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1319 reviews)
$179+
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Delta Hotels by Marriott Breadsall Priory Country Club
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 2247 reviews)
$142+
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Holiday Inn Express Burton Upon Trent By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1612 reviews)
$75+
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Riverside Hotel Branston by Chef and Brewer Collection
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1541 reviews)
$91+
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Renting a car in Derby

Renting a car in Derby costs $44 per day, on average, or $88 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, 20% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay $8.29 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 $99.48 and $132.64. The most frequently booked car type in Derby is Full-size (Ford Explorer or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Vauxhall Crossland or similar) are, on average, 56% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Derby costs $44 per day, on average, or $88 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, 20% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay $8.29 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 $99.48 and $132.64. The most frequently booked car type in Derby is Full-size (Ford Explorer or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Vauxhall Crossland or similar) are, on average, 56% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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