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

The cheapest way to get from Kent to Derby is to bus which costs £19 - £26 and takes 6h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kent to Derby is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Kent and Derby?

No, there is no direct train from Kent to Derby. However, there are services departing from Lenham and arriving at Derby via Ashford International and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

How far is it from Kent to Derby?

The distance between Kent and Derby is 195 miles. The road distance is 179.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kent to Derby without a car is to train via Ashford International which takes 3h 9m and costs £55 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 3h 9m to get from Kent to Derby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kent to Derby train from?

Kent to Derby train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Ashford International station.

Train or bus from Kent to Derby?

The best way to get from Kent to Derby is to train via Ashford International which takes 3h 9m and costs £55 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £26 and takes 6h 44m.

Where does the Kent to Derby train arrive?

Kent to Derby train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Kent to Derby?

Yes, the driving distance between Kent to Derby is 179 miles. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Kent to Derby.

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

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Where can I stay near Derby?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Kent 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 via Ashford International
best
1. Take the train from Ashford International to London St Pancras IntlMargate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to DerbyLondon St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
3h 9m
£59–224
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chatham to DerbyMichalovce
6h 44m
£19–26
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lenham to London VictoriaAshford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus StationUk005 / ...
6h 6m
£26–94
Drive 178.2 mi
1. Drive from Kent to Derby178.2 mi
2h 59m
£44–63
Train
1. Take the train from Lenham to London VictoriaAshford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to DerbyLondon St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
3h 43m
£49–207

Kent to Derby by train

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3h 9mAverage Duration

£59Cheapest Price

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Distance: 193.7 mi
Duration: 3h 9m

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

You can take a train from Lenham to Derby via Ashford International and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 9m. Alternatively, Eurobus SK operates a bus from Chatham to Derby 4 times a week. Tickets cost £13–16 and the journey takes 4h 45m.

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