What is the cheapest way to get from Melton Mowbray to Derby?

The cheapest way to get from Melton Mowbray to Derby is to bus which costs £5 - £8 and takes 2h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melton Mowbray to Derby?

The fastest way to get from Melton Mowbray to Derby is to drive which takes 43 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Melton Mowbray and Derby?

No, there is no direct bus from Melton Mowbray to Derby station. However, there are services departing from St Mary's Way and arriving at Bus Station via High Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Melton Mowbray and Derby?

No, there is no direct train from Melton Mowbray to Derby. However, there are services departing from Melton Mowbray and arriving at Derby via Leicester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 8m.

How far is it from Melton Mowbray to Derby?

The distance between Melton Mowbray and Derby is 44 miles. The road distance is 30.8 miles.

How do I travel from Melton Mowbray to Derby without a car?

The best way to get from Melton Mowbray to Derby without a car is to train which takes 1h 8m and costs £13 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Melton Mowbray to Derby?

It takes approximately 1h 8m to get from Melton Mowbray to Derby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melton Mowbray to Derby bus from?

Melton Mowbray to Derby bus services, operated by Centrebus, depart from St Mary's Way station.

Where do I catch the Melton Mowbray to Derby train from?

Melton Mowbray to Derby train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Melton Mowbray station.

Train or bus from Melton Mowbray to Derby?

The best way to get from Melton Mowbray to Derby is to train which takes 1h 8m and costs £13 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £5 - £8 and takes 2h 1m.

Where does the Melton Mowbray to Derby bus arrive?

Melton Mowbray to Derby bus services, operated by Centrebus, arrive at Baxter Gate station.

Where does the Melton Mowbray to Derby train arrive?

Melton Mowbray to Derby train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Leicester station.

Can I drive from Melton Mowbray to Derby?

Yes, the driving distance between Melton Mowbray to Derby is 31 miles. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Melton Mowbray to Derby.

How do I get a train ticket from Melton Mowbray to Derby?

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Melton Mowbray to Derby - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Melton Mowbray to Derby by train, bus, car, or taxi

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 Melton Mowbray to LeicesterStansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Leicester to DerbyLondon St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
1h 8m
£14–33
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Mary's Way to Baxter GateLc8
2. Take the bus from High Street to Bus StationSky
2h 1m
£6–8
Drive 30.6 mi
1. Drive from Melton Mowbray to Derby30.6 mi
43 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melton Mowbray to Derby30.6 mi
43 min
£65–85
Bus via The Rushes
1. Take the bus from St Mary's Way to Baxter GateLc8
2. Take the bus from The Rushes to Bus StationUk005
2h 18m
£7–11

Melton Mowbray to Derby by train

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Distance: 44.2 mi
Duration: 1h 8m

What companies run services between Melton Mowbray, England and Derby, England?

You can take a train from Melton Mowbray to Derby via Leicester in around 1h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Mary's Way to Bus Station via Baxter Gate and High Street in around 2h 1m.

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