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

The cheapest way to get from Derby to Cumbria is to bus which costs £26 - £70 and takes 7h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Derby to Cumbria is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs £35 - £60.

How far is it from Derby to Cumbria?

The distance between Derby and Cumbria is 181 miles. The road distance is 162.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Derby to Cumbria without a car is to train which takes 5h 12m and costs £60 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 12m to get from Derby to Cumbria, including transfers.

Train or bus from Derby to Cumbria?

The best way to get from Derby to Cumbria is to train which takes 5h 12m and costs £60 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £70 and takes 7h 59m.

Can I drive from Derby to Cumbria?

Yes, the driving distance between Derby to Cumbria is 163 miles. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Derby to Cumbria.

Where can I stay near Cumbria?

There are 888+ hotels available in Cumbria.

Derby to Cumbria - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Derby to Cumbria 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 Derby to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Prestontrain
3. Take the train from Preston to Penrith North Lakestrain
5h 12m
£60–120
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Derby Bus Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus Uk014 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Halston Hotelbus Ukn31
7h 59m
£27–69
Drive 161.8 mi
1. Drive from Derby to Cumbriacar 161.8 mi
3h 9m
£40–58
Train via Sheffield
1. Take the train from Derby to Sheffieldtrain
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Penrith North Lakestrain
5h 40m
£70–134

Derby to Cumbria by train and bus

84Weekly Services

5h 12mAverage Duration

£60Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Derby to Cumbria.

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Distance: 179.7 mi
Duration: 5h 12m

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

You can take a train from Derby to Pooley Bridge Inn via Crewe, Preston, Penrith North Lakes, and Rail Station in around 5h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Derby Bus Station to Longthwaite road end via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Leeds City Bus Station, Halston Hotel, Carlisle, Penrith North Lakes, and Rail Station in around 7h 59m.

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