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

The cheapest way to get from Rocester to Derby is to drive which costs £4 - £6 and takes 24 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Rocester to Derby is to taxi which takes 24 min and costs £35 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Rocester and Derby?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Riversfield Drive and arriving at Friar Gate. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Rocester and Derby?

No, there is no direct train from Rocester to Derby. However, there are services departing from Uttoxeter and arriving at Derby via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 29m.

How far is it from Rocester to Derby?

The distance between Rocester and Derby is 22 miles. The road distance is 16.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rocester to Derby without a car is to bus which takes 1h 6m and costs £5 - £8.

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

The bus from Riversfield Drive to Friar Gate takes 1h 6m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Rocester to Derby bus from?

Rocester to Derby bus services, operated by Trent Barton, depart from Riversfield Drive station.

Where do I catch the Rocester to Derby train from?

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

Train or bus from Rocester to Derby?

The best way to get from Rocester to Derby is to bus which takes 1h 6m and costs £5 - £8. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £12 - £19 and takes 1h 29m.

Where does the Rocester to Derby bus arrive?

Rocester to Derby bus services, operated by Trent Barton, arrive at Friar Gate station.

Where does the Rocester to Derby train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rocester to Derby?

Yes, the driving distance between Rocester to Derby is 17 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Rocester to Derby.

Where can I stay near Derby?

There are 2225+ hotels available in Derby.

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

Trent Barton operates a bus from Riversfield Drive to Friar Gate hourly. Tickets cost £5–8 and the journey takes 1h 6m. Albatross Coaches also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, East Midlands Railways operates a train from Uttoxeter to Derby hourly. Tickets cost £9–14 and the journey takes 27 min.

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