Derby travel guide

Derby Tourism | Derby Guide

You're Going to Love Derby

With a population of 235 029, Derby is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country.

Where to Eat in Derby

If you’re looking for affordable options, Carluccio's - Derby (West Mall, Intu) and Anoki Restaurant - Burton (Burton Rd) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Anoki Restaurant - Derby (First Floor 129 London Road) and Silk Mill Derby (19 Full Street) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Derby.

When to visit Derby

Derby in December
Estimated hotel price
RM 442
1 night at 3-star hotel
Derby in December
Estimated hotel price
RM 442
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Derby

Plane

When flying to Derby, you’ll arrive at East Midlands Airport (EMA), which is located 14 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Derby from Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur and takes around 19h 25m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Derby, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Derby to London takes 1h 45m and costs around RM 195 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Edinburgh, expect to pay about RM 133 for a 3h 10m trip. Located 9 miles from the city centre, Derby Tutbury & Hatton is the busiest station in Derby. Another popular train station is Derby Willington, located 6 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Derby is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 114 miles from Derby. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Derby, including Megabus, National Express and FlixBus. From Liverpool, the bus ride to Derby takes 45 miles and will cost you around RM 38. From Leeds, the ticket costs about RM 62 for a journey of 70 miles. The most popular bus station is Derby Riverlights Bus Station, located 0.2 miles from the city centre of Derby. Derby Donnington Park is also a commonly used station, and is 8 miles from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Derby, you’ll arrive at East Midlands Airport (EMA), which is located 14 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Derby from Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur and takes around 19h 25m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Derby, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Derby to London takes 1h 45m and costs around RM 195 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Edinburgh, expect to pay about RM 133 for a 3h 10m trip. Located 9 miles from the city centre, Derby Tutbury & Hatton is the busiest station in Derby. Another popular train station is Derby Willington, located 6 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Derby is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 114 miles from Derby. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Derby, including Megabus, National Express and FlixBus. From Liverpool, the bus ride to Derby takes 45 miles and will cost you around RM 38. From Leeds, the ticket costs about RM 62 for a journey of 70 miles. The most popular bus station is Derby Riverlights Bus Station, located 0.2 miles from the city centre of Derby. Derby Donnington Park is also a commonly used station, and is 8 miles from the city centre.

Airports near Derby

Airlines serving Derby

Lufthansa
Good (4,607 reviews)
KLM
Good (848 reviews)
SWISS
Good (929 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,446 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,595 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,280 reviews)
Air France
Good (974 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,546 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (476 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,928 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,124 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,480 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,718 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (226 reviews)
Finnair
Good (879 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (833 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,160 reviews)
LOT
Good (681 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (911 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (835 reviews)
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Where to stay in Derby

Average rates range from around RM 410 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to RM 755 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Derby

Most booked hotels in Derby

Leonardo Hotel East Midlands Airport
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
RM 767+
Leonardo Hotel Derby
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
RM 388+
Days Inn by Wyndham Donington A50
3 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
RM 227+
Derby Mickleover Hotel, BW Signature Collection
4 stars
Good (7.3, Good reviews)
RM 396+
Travelodge Derby Pride Park
3 stars
Good (7.2, Good reviews)
RM 212+
The Stuart Hotel, Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western
4 stars
Good (6.6, Good reviews)
RM 338+

Hiring a car in Derby

Expect to pay RM 8.82 per litre in Derby (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between RM 105.79 and RM 141.05. The most frequently booked car type in Derby is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Toyota iQ or similar) is, on average, 72% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay RM 8.82 per litre in Derby (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between RM 105.79 and RM 141.05. The most frequently booked car type in Derby is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Toyota iQ or similar) is, on average, 72% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.