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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Derby is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 2h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Derby is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Derby?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to Derby station. However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Derby?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Derby. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 3h 2m.

How far is it from Southampton to Derby?

The distance between Southampton and Derby is 179 miles. The road distance is 165.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Derby without a car is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs £125 - £140.

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

The train from Southampton Central to Derby takes 3h 2m including transfers and departs six times a week.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Derby bus from?

Southampton to Derby bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Derby train from?

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

Train or bus from Southampton to Derby?

The best way to get from Southampton to Derby is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs £125 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £90 and takes 6h 39m.

Where does the Southampton to Derby bus arrive?

Southampton to Derby bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Southampton to Derby train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Southampton to Derby?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Derby is 166 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Southampton to Derby.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Derby?

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Southampton to Derby - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Southampton to Derby by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to DerbySouthampton Central - Newcastle / ...
3h 2m
£125–140
Train via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Birmingham New StreetBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to DerbyBirmingham New Street - Nottingham / ...
3h 30m
£29–151
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station032 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus StationUk900 / ...
6h 39m
£42–86
Drive 164.8 mi
1. Drive from Southampton to Derby164.8 mi
2h 51m
£41–58
Train via London
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to London WaterlooWeymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to DerbyLondon St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
3h 44m
£45–213

Southampton to Derby by train

6Weekly Trains

3h 2mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Southampton to Derby.

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Distance: 178.4 mi
Duration: 3h 2m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Southampton Central to Derby 6 times a week. Tickets cost £125–140 and the journey takes 3h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Station to Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 6h 39m.

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