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

The cheapest way to get from Stanstead to Derby is to bus which costs £28 - £75 and takes 8h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stanstead to Derby is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Stanstead and Derby?

No, there is no direct bus from Stanstead to Derby station. However, there are services departing from Stanway Close and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Station, Bus Interchange, Coach Station and St Margaret's Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 20m.

How far is it from Stanstead to Derby?

The distance between Stanstead and Derby is 196 miles. The road distance is 125.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stanstead to Derby without a car is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs £90 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from Stanstead to Derby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stanstead to Derby bus from?

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

Train or bus from Stanstead to Derby?

The best way to get from Stanstead to Derby is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs £90 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £75 and takes 8h 20m.

Where does the Stanstead to Derby bus arrive?

Stanstead to Derby bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at St Margaret's Bus Station.

Can I drive from Stanstead to Derby?

Yes, the driving distance between Stanstead to Derby is 125 miles. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Stanstead to Derby.

Where can I stay near Derby?

There are 2185+ hotels available in Derby.

Stanstead to Derby - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 47 bus

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

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 Marks Tey to London Liverpool Streettrain Colchester Town - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Derbytrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
4h 40m
£91–159
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 777
2. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Bus Stationbus Sky
8h 20m
£28–72
Drive 124.7 mi
1. Drive from Stanstead to Derbycar 124.7 mi
2h 45m
£31–45
Line 47 bus, line 84 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Scotchford Bridge to Bus Stationbus 47
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Interchangebus 84 / ...
3. Take the train from Thetford to Nottinghamtrain
4. Take the train from Nottingham to Derbytrain
5h 26m
Line 47 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Scotchford Bridge to St Benedicts Catholic Schoolbus 47
2. Take the train from Ely to Leicestertrain
3. Take the train from Leicester to Derbytrain
5h 46m
£69–108

Stanstead to Derby by bus, train, and subway

5Weekly Services

4h 40mAverage Duration

£91Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Stanstead to Derby.

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Distance: 194.9 mi
Duration: 4h 40m

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

You can take a bus from Stanway Close to Derby via Lucas Road, Sudbury (Suffolk), Marks Tey, London Liverpool Street, Liverpool Street station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stanway Close to Bus Station via Bus Station, Bus Interchange, Coach Station, and St Margaret's Bus Station in around 8h 20m.

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