How much is the train ticket from Leeds to Derby?

The cheapest train tickets from Leeds to Derby start from $20. The average price for this train route is around $48. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Leeds to Derby?

The average train ride duration from Leeds to Derby is 1h 15m, covering a distance of 61 miles (98 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 10m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators service the Leeds to Derby route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 8 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Leeds to Derby?

The earliest train departs from Leeds to Derby at 7:10am. And the latest train departs at 9:11pm.

Train Leeds to Derby from $12

Next train departures

Next departures for Leeds to Derby on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:11am	Leeds	1h 15m	10:26am	Derby	Cheapest
Train	7:11am	Leeds	1h 13m	8:24am	Derby	Fastest
Train	7:11am	Leeds	1h 13m	8:24am	Derby	No tags
Train	8:11am	Leeds	1h 15m	9:26am	Derby	No tags
Train	8:11am	Leeds	1h 15m	9:26am	Derby	No tags

Next departures for Leeds to Derby on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:11am	Leeds	2h 8m	9:19am	Derby	Cheapest
Train	3:11pm	Leeds	2h 3m	5:14pm	Derby	Fastest
Train	7:11am	Leeds	2h 8m	9:19am	Derby	No tags
Train	8:11am	Leeds	2h 4m	10:15am	Derby	No tags
Train	8:11am	Leeds	2h 4m	10:15am	Derby	No tags

Next departures for Leeds to Derby on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:15am	Leeds	1h 31m	9:46am	Derby	Cheapest
Train	8:15am	Leeds	1h 31m	9:46am	Derby	Fastest
Train	9:00am	Leeds	1h 48m	10:48am	Derby	No tags
Train	9:00am	Leeds	1h 48m	10:48am	Derby	No tags
Train	10:01am	Leeds	2h 4m	12:05pm	Derby	No tags

Next departures for Leeds to Derby on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:10am	Leeds	1h 16m	8:26am	Derby	Cheapest
Train	8:15pm	Leeds	1h 10m	9:25pm	Derby	Fastest
Train	7:10am	Leeds	1h 16m	8:26am	Derby	No tags
Train	8:15am	Leeds	1h 12m	9:27am	Derby	No tags
Train	8:15am	Leeds	1h 12m	9:27am	Derby	No tags

Next departures for Leeds to Derby on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:10am	Leeds	1h 16m	8:26am	Derby	Cheapest
Train	8:15pm	Leeds	1h 10m	9:25pm	Derby	Fastest
Train	7:10am	Leeds	1h 16m	8:26am	Derby	No tags
Train	8:15am	Leeds	1h 12m	9:27am	Derby	No tags
Train	8:15am	Leeds	1h 12m	9:27am	Derby	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 3:21 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Leeds to Derby

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Derby. The journey takes about 1 hour 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 20mAverage Duration

61 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$10 - $36	Average Duration1h 56m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$20 - $169	Average Duration1h 15m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$8 - $16	Average Duration1h 20m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi4.1

Based on 44 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the value for money. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at $20

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Leeds to Derby by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Leeds to Derby?
The cheapest train tickets from Leeds to Derby start from $20. The average price for this train route is around $48. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Leeds to Derby?
The average train ride duration from Leeds to Derby is 1h 15m, covering a distance of 61 miles (98 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 10m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators service the Leeds to Derby route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 8 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Leeds to Derby?
The earliest train departs from Leeds to Derby at 7:10am. And the latest train departs at 9:11pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12/09

$33

12/10

$33

Today

$33

12/12

$67

12/13

$67

12/14

$67

12/15

$29

12/16

$33

The cheapest trip from Leeds to Derby was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $29

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Leeds to Derby, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $29 to $164 for a train ticket from Leeds to Derby based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $29 which is on 2025-12-15.