What is the cheapest way to get from Kings Cross to Derby?

The cheapest way to get from Kings Cross to Derby is to bus which costs £10 - £50 and takes 4h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kings Cross to Derby?

The fastest way to get from Kings Cross to Derby is to train which takes 1h 39m and costs £30 - £150.

Is there a direct train between Kings Cross and Derby?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from London St Pancras Intl and arriving at Derby. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 39m.

How far is it from Kings Cross to Derby?

The distance between Kings Cross and Derby is 128 miles. The road distance is 126.4 miles.

How do I travel from Kings Cross to Derby without a car?

The best way to get from Kings Cross to Derby without a car is to train which takes 1h 39m and costs £30 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Kings Cross to Derby?

The train from London St Pancras International to Derby takes 1h 39m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Kings Cross to Derby train from?

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

Train or bus from Kings Cross to Derby?

The best way to get from Kings Cross to Derby is to train which takes 1h 39m and costs £30 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £50 and takes 4h 31m.

Where does the Kings Cross to Derby train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kings Cross to Derby?

Yes, the driving distance between Kings Cross to Derby is 126 miles. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Kings Cross to Derby.

How do I get a train ticket from Kings Cross to Derby?

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Where can I stay near Derby?

There are 2094+ hotels available in Derby.

Kings Cross to Derby - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Kings Cross to Derby by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to DerbyLondon St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
1h 39m
£30–150
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Bus StationUk005 / ...
4h 31m
£10–48
Drive 125.7 mi
1. Drive from Kings Cross to Derby125.7 mi
2h 16m
£31–45

Kings Cross to Derby by train

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Distance: 127.7 mi
Duration: 1h 39m

What companies run services between Kings Cross, Greater London, 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 39m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £8–21 and the journey takes 3h 30m. National Express also services this route once daily.

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