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

The cheapest way to get from Derby to Penrith is to bus which costs £17 - £40 and takes 5h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Derby to Penrith is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Derby and Penrith?

No, there is no direct bus from Derby station to Penrith. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Penrith via Leeds Cultural Stop C. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Derby and Penrith?

No, there is no direct train from Derby to Penrith. However, there are services departing from Derby and arriving at Penrith North Lakes via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

How far is it from Derby to Penrith?

The distance between Derby and Penrith is 174 miles. The road distance is 160.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Derby to Penrith without a car is to train which takes 3h 59m and costs £55 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 59m to get from Derby to Penrith, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Derby to Penrith bus from?

Derby to Penrith bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Derby to Penrith train from?

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

Train or bus from Derby to Penrith?

The best way to get from Derby to Penrith is to train which takes 3h 59m and costs £55 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £40 and takes 5h 20m.

Where does the Derby to Penrith bus arrive?

Derby to Penrith bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leeds City Bus Station.

Where does the Derby to Penrith train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Derby to Penrith?

Yes, the driving distance between Derby to Penrith is 160 miles. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Derby to Penrith.

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

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

Book your Derby to Penrith bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Penrith?

There are 801+ hotels available in Penrith.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Derby to Penrith 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 CreweLincoln Central - Crewe / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Penrith North LakesRugby - Glasgow Central / ...
3h 59m
£56–146
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Leeds City Bus StationUkn02 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds Cultural Stop C to PenrithUkn31
5h 20m
£17–40
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Derby to LeedsPlymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds Cultural Stop C to PenrithUkn31
4h 32m
£32–83
Drive 159.1 mi
1. Drive from Derby to Penrith159.1 mi
2h 59m
£39–56
Train via Sheffield
1. Take the train from Derby to Sheffield
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadilly
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Penrith North Lakes
4h 2m
£43–136

Derby to Penrith by train

62Weekly Trains

3h 59mAverage Duration

£56Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Derby to Penrith.

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Distance: 172.9 mi
Duration: 3h 59m

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

You can take a train from Derby to Penrith North Lakes via Crewe in around 3h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Penrith via Leeds Cultural Stop C in around 5h 20m.

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