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 among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Derby has to offer.

Where to Eat in Derby

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

When to visit Derby

Derby in December
Estimated hotel price
C$ 112
1 night at 3-star hotel
Derby in December
Estimated hotel price
C$ 112
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 Canada departs from Calgary and takes around 16h 30m.

Train

AccesRail is the only carrier operating train routes to Derby. The train journey from Derby to London takes 3h 45m and costs around C$ 1,012 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Southampton, expect to pay about C$ 1,072 for a 8h 45m trip. Located 15 km from the city centre, Derby Tutbury & Hatton is the busiest station in Derby. Another popular train station is Derby Willington, located 10 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Derby is to pick up a car rental from London, which is about 183 km from Derby. You’ll find branches of DRIVALIA and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Derby using National Express or FlixBus. From London, the bus ride to Derby takes 491 km and will cost you around C$ 43. From Greenford, the ticket costs about C$ 46 for a journey of 515 km. The most popular bus station is Derby Riverlights Bus Station, located 0.4 km from downtown Derby. Derby Donnington Park is also a commonly used station, and is 13 km 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 Canada departs from Calgary and takes around 16h 30m.

Train

AccesRail is the only carrier operating train routes to Derby. The train journey from Derby to London takes 3h 45m and costs around C$ 1,012 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Southampton, expect to pay about C$ 1,072 for a 8h 45m trip. Located 15 km from the city centre, Derby Tutbury & Hatton is the busiest station in Derby. Another popular train station is Derby Willington, located 10 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Derby is to pick up a car rental from London, which is about 183 km from Derby. You’ll find branches of DRIVALIA and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Derby using National Express or FlixBus. From London, the bus ride to Derby takes 491 km and will cost you around C$ 43. From Greenford, the ticket costs about C$ 46 for a journey of 515 km. The most popular bus station is Derby Riverlights Bus Station, located 0.4 km from downtown Derby. Derby Donnington Park is also a commonly used station, and is 13 km from the city centre.

Airports near Derby

Airlines serving Derby

Lufthansa
Good (7,186 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,354 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,843 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,641 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (8,836 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,871 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,548 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,669 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,532 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (831 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,905 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,238 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (8,080 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,318 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (382 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,339 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,236 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,201 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,298 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (874 reviews)
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Where to stay in Derby

Average rates range from around C$ 125 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 246 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Derby

Most booked hotels in Derby

Wychnor Park Country Club
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
C$ 111+
Hilton at St George's Park, Burton Upon Trent
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
C$ 222+
The Boars Head Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
C$ 143+
Leonardo Hotel East Midlands Airport
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
C$ 120+
Holiday Inn Express Burton Upon Trent
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
C$ 113+
Leonardo Hotel Derby
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
C$ 96+

Renting a car in Derby

Expect to pay C$ 2.42 per litre in Derby (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 29.03 and C$ 38.70. Compact (Kia Stonic or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Derby, while also 51% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay C$ 2.42 per litre in Derby (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 29.03 and C$ 38.70. Compact (Kia Stonic or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Derby, while also 51% cheaper than other types, on average.