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

The cheapest way to get from Luton to Derby is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 1h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Luton to Derby is to drive which takes 1h 37m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Luton and Derby?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Luton Station Interchange station and arriving at Bus Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Luton and Derby?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Luton Airport Parkway and arriving at Derby. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 16m.

How far is it from Luton to Derby?

The distance between Luton and Derby is 98 miles. The road distance is 95.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Luton to Derby without a car is to train via Kettering which takes 2h 12m and costs £35 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 12m to get from Luton to Derby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Luton to Derby bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Luton to Derby train from?

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

Train or bus from Luton to Derby?

The best way to get from Luton to Derby is to train via Kettering which takes 2h 12m and costs £35 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £45 and takes 3h 25m.

Where does the Luton to Derby bus arrive?

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

Where does the Luton to Derby train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Luton to Derby?

Yes, the driving distance between Luton to Derby is 95 miles. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Luton to Derby.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Derby?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Luton to Derby by train, bus, or car

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Train via Kettering
best
1. Take the train from Luton to Kettering
2. Take the train from Kettering to Leicester
3. Take the train from Leicester to Derby
2h 12m
£38–75
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Bus Station230
3h 25m
£22–45
Drive 94.9 mi
1. Drive from Luton to Derby94.9 mi
1h 37m
£24–35
Train
1. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to DerbyLondon St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
2h 16m
£35–75

Luton to Derby by train

227Weekly Trains

2h 12mAverage Duration

£38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 97.8 mi
Duration: 2h 12m

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

You can take a train from Luton to Derby via Kettering and Leicester in around 2h 12m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Luton Station Interchange to Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £22–45 and the journey takes 3h 25m.

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