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

The cheapest way to get from Derby to Luton is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 1h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Derby to Luton is to train which takes 1h 31m and costs £30 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Derby and Luton?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Station station and arriving at Luton Station Interchange station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Derby and Luton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Derby and arriving at Luton. Services depart twice a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 31m.

How far is it from Derby to Luton?

The distance between Derby and Luton is 98 miles. The road distance is 95.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Derby to Luton without a car is to train which takes 1h 31m and costs £30 - £130.

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

The train from Derby to Luton takes 1h 31m including transfers and departs twice a week.

Where do I catch the Derby to Luton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Derby to Luton train from?

Derby to Luton train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Derby station.

Train or bus from Derby to Luton?

The best way to get from Derby to Luton is to train which takes 1h 31m and costs £30 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £40 and takes 3h 35m.

Where does the Derby to Luton bus arrive?

Derby to Luton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Luton Station Interchange.

Where does the Derby to Luton train arrive?

Derby to Luton train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Luton station.

Can I drive from Derby to Luton?

Yes, the driving distance between Derby to Luton is 96 miles. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Derby to Luton.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Derby to Luton?

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Where can I stay near Luton?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Derby to Luton 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 Lutontrain Derby - London St Pancras International / ...
1h 31m
£30–130
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Luton Station Interchangebus 230
3h 35m
£22–40
Drive 95 mi
1. Drive from Derby to Lutoncar 95 mi
1h 39m
£24–34
Train via Kettering
1. Take the train from Derby to Leicestertrain
2. Take the train from Leicester to Ketteringtrain
3. Take the train from Kettering to Lutontrain
2h 11m
£37–85

Derby to Luton by train

2Weekly Trains

1h 31mAverage Duration

£30Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 97.8 mi
Duration: 1h 31m

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

East Midlands Railways operates a train from Derby to Luton twice a week. Tickets cost £30–130 and the journey takes 1h 31m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to Luton Station Interchange hourly. Tickets cost £22–40 and the journey takes 3h 35m.

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