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 £17 - £60 and takes 8h 15m.

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.

Is there a direct bus between Derby and Cumbria?

No, there is no direct bus from Derby station to Cumbria. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Longthwaite road end via Leeds City Bus Station, La Mexxaluna and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 15m.

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 29m and costs £55 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 29m to get from Derby to Cumbria, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Derby to Cumbria bus from?

Derby to Cumbria bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Train or bus from Derby to Cumbria?

The best way to get from Derby to Cumbria is to train which takes 5h 29m and costs £55 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £60 and takes 8h 15m.

Where does the Derby to Cumbria bus arrive?

Derby to Cumbria bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

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 815+ hotels available in Cumbria.

Derby to Cumbria - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 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 Lincoln Central - Crewe / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Penrith North Lakestrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 29m
£58–167
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 134 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Halston Hotelbus Ukn31
8h 15m
£18–56
Drive 161.8 mi
1. Drive from Derby to Cumbriacar 161.8 mi
3h 9m
£39–57
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Alfreton to Manchester Piccadillytrain Norwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Penrith North Lakestrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
7h 18m
£32–98
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Derby to Leedstrain
2. Take the train from Leeds to Kirkby Stephentrain
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Rail Stationbus 563
7h 49m
£35–105

Derby to Cumbria by train and bus

58Weekly Services

5h 29mAverage Duration

£58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 179.6 mi
Duration: 5h 29m

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

You can take a train from Derby to Pooley Bridge Inn via Crewe, Penrith North Lakes, and Rail Station in around 5h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Longthwaite road end via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Leeds City Bus Station, Halston Hotel, La Mexxaluna, and Bus Station in around 8h 15m.

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