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

The cheapest way to get from Sheffield to Derby is to bus which costs £2 - £20 and takes 1h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sheffield to Derby is to train which takes 27 min and costs £5 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Sheffield and Derby?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sheffield Interchange/E2 and arriving at Bus Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Sheffield and Derby?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sheffield and arriving at Derby. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

How far is it from Sheffield to Derby?

The distance between Sheffield and Derby is 36 miles. The road distance is 36.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sheffield to Derby without a car is to train which takes 27 min and costs £5 - £35.

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

The train from Sheffield to Derby takes 27 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Sheffield to Derby bus from?

Sheffield to Derby bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sheffield Interchange/E2 station.

Where do I catch the Sheffield to Derby train from?

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

Train or bus from Sheffield to Derby?

The best way to get from Sheffield to Derby is to train which takes 27 min and costs £5 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 - £20 and takes 1h 5m.

Where does the Sheffield to Derby bus arrive?

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

Where does the Sheffield to Derby train arrive?

Sheffield to Derby train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Derby station.

Can I drive from Sheffield to Derby?

Yes, the driving distance between Sheffield to Derby is 36 miles. It takes approximately 51 min to drive from Sheffield to Derby.

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

Book your Sheffield to Derby train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Sheffield to Derby bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Derby?

There are 2121+ hotels available in Derby.

Can I share a ride from Sheffield to Derby?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Sheffield and Derby. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Sheffield to Derby - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare

There are 6 ways to get from Sheffield to Derby by train, bus, rideshare, 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 Sheffield to Derbytrain Newcastle - Reading / ...
27 min
£5–35
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sheffield Interchange/E2 to Bus Stationbus 466
1h 5m
£2–20
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Sheffield to Derbyrideshare 36.6 mi
1h 6m
£4–9
Line 43 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Arundel Gate/AG12 to New Beetwell Streetbus 43 / ...
2. Take the bus from New Beetwell Street to Derwent Streetbus Cmt
2h 47m
£7–10
Drive 36 mi
1. Drive from Sheffield to Derbycar 36 mi
51 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sheffield to Derbytaxi 36 mi
51 min
£150–190

Sheffield to Derby by train

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Distance: 36.2 mi
Duration: 27 min

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

Cross Country operates a train from Sheffield to Derby hourly. Tickets cost £10–35 and the journey takes 27 min. East Midlands Railways also services this route hourly. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sheffield Interchange/E2 to Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost £11–20 and the journey takes 1h 5m. Two other operators also service this route.

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