What is the cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Derby?

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Derby is to bus which costs £21 - £29 and takes 3h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Derby?

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Derby is to train which takes 1h 32m and costs £17 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham and Derby?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cheltenham Racecourse and arriving at Bus Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate Friday. The journey takes approximately 3h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Derby?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Derby. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 32m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Derby?

The distance between Cheltenham and Derby is 87 miles. The road distance is 89.7 miles.

How do I travel from Cheltenham to Derby without a car?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Derby without a car is to train which takes 1h 32m and costs £17 - £75.

How long does it take to get from Cheltenham to Derby?

The train from Cheltenham Spa to Derby takes 1h 32m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Derby bus from?

Cheltenham to Derby bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Cheltenham Racecourse station.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Derby train from?

Cheltenham to Derby train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cheltenham Spa station.

Train or bus from Cheltenham to Derby?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Derby is to train which takes 1h 32m and costs £17 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £29 and takes 3h 20m.

Where does the Cheltenham to Derby bus arrive?

Cheltenham to Derby bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Cheltenham to Derby train arrive?

Cheltenham to Derby train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Derby station.

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Derby?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Derby is 90 miles. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Cheltenham to Derby.

How do I get a train ticket from Cheltenham to Derby?

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Where can I stay near Derby?

There are 2086+ hotels available in Derby.

Cheltenham to Derby - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Cheltenham to Derby by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to DerbyCardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
1h 32m
£17–75
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cheltenham Racecourse to Bus StationCf3
3h 20m
£21–29
Drive 89.2 mi
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Derby89.2 mi
1h 39m
£22–32

Cheltenham to Derby by train

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1h 32mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Cheltenham to Derby.

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Distance: 86.2 mi
Duration: 1h 32m

What companies run services between Cheltenham, England and Derby, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Cheltenham Spa to Derby hourly. Tickets cost £17–75 and the journey takes 1h 32m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Cheltenham Racecourse to Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost £21–29 and the journey takes 3h 20m.

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