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

The cheapest way to get from Grays to Derby is to bus which costs £12 - £22 and takes 5h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Grays to Derby is to train which takes 2h 19m and costs £45 - £180.

Is there a direct train between Grays and Derby?

No, there is no direct train from Grays to Derby. However, there are services departing from Ebbsfleet International and arriving at Derby via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 19m.

How far is it from Grays to Derby?

The distance between Grays and Derby is 151 miles. The road distance is 150.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Grays to Derby without a car is to train which takes 2h 19m and costs £45 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 2h 19m to get from Grays to Derby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Grays to Derby train from?

Grays to Derby train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from London St Pancras Intl station.

Train or bus from Grays to Derby?

The best way to get from Grays to Derby is to train which takes 2h 19m and costs £45 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus via London, which costs £16 - £55 and takes 4h 22m.

Where does the Grays to Derby train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Grays to Derby?

Yes, the driving distance between Grays to Derby is 150 miles. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Grays to Derby.

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

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Where can I stay near Derby?

There are 2098+ hotels available in Derby.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Grays 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 London St Pancras Intl to DerbyLondon St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
2h 19m
£46–175
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Upminster to DerbyMichalovce
5h 29m
£13–21
Bus via London
1. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Bus StationUk004 / ...
4h 22m
£16–54
Drive 149.3 mi
1. Drive from Grays to Derby149.3 mi
2h 30m
£38–55

Grays to Derby by train

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2h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 150.3 mi
Duration: 2h 19m

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

East Midlands Railways operates a train from London St Pancras Intl to Derby hourly. Tickets cost £30–150 and the journey takes 1h 38m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Bus Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £8–22 and the journey takes 3h 15m. National Express also services this route twice daily.

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