4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Derby to Leeds
Cheapest price
€18
Average price
€44
Fastest journey
1 h 17 m
Average duration
1 h 22 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
97 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Derby to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Derby to Leeds will cost around €44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.
Of the 6 trains that leave Derby for Leeds on Mon, Jul 06, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jul 06 the direct trains cover the 97 km distance in an average of 1 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 17 m .
On Mon, Jul 06 the slowest trains will take 1 h 28 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
G669878:45 AM1h18Derby station (DBY)10:03 AMLeeds station (LDS)€181One-way0 transfers- G010609:45 AM1h17Derby station (DBY)11:02 AMLeeds station (LDS)€241One-way0 transfers
G89457+G007389:00 AM1h39Derby station (DBY)10:39 AMLeeds station (LDS)€311One-way1 transfer- G89457+
W709489:11 AM1h28Derby station (DBY)10:39 AMLeeds station (LDS)€581One-way1 transfer - G89462+C2164910:12 AM1h26Derby station (DBY)11:38 AMLeeds station (LDS)€581One-way1 transfer
- G010609:45 AM1h17Derby station (DBY)11:02 AMLeeds station (LDS)€241One-way0 transfers
- G669878:45 AM1h18Derby station (DBY)10:03 AMLeeds station (LDS)€181One-way0 transfers
- G89452+C217678:15 AM1h23Derby station (DBY)9:38 AMLeeds station (LDS)€761One-way1 transfer
- G89462+C2164910:12 AM1h26Derby station (DBY)11:38 AMLeeds station (LDS)€581One-way1 transfer
- G89457+W709489:11 AM1h28Derby station (DBY)10:39 AMLeeds station (LDS)€581One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Derby to Leeds
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Derby to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €8.
Distance: 97 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€21 Average price | €13 Average price Cheapest |
1h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 20m Average total duration 1h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Derby to Leeds train times
The table below shows live departures for Derby to Leeds trains for today, Sunday, July 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G89508+G00715 | Delayed 4:50 PM 5:00 PMDerby station (DBY) | 1h38 | 6:38 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
| W29792 | On time 5:45 PM Derby station (DBY) | 1h17 | 7:02 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89518+G00717 | Delayed 5:51 PM 6:00 PMDerby station (DBY) | 1h35 | 7:35 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G00717+ C02097 | On time 6:00 PM Derby station (DBY) | 1h50 | 7:50 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
| W29795 | On time 6:45 PM Derby station (DBY) | 1h17 | 8:02 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00720+G89524 | On time 7:00 PM Derby station (DBY) | 1h39 | 8:39 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, July 6 | |||||
| G89452+C21767 | 8:15 AM Derby station (DBY) | 1h23 | 9:38 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
| G66987 | 8:45 AM Derby station (DBY) | 1h18 | 10:03 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00738+G89457 | 9:00 AM Derby station (DBY) | 1h39 | 10:39 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
| G89457+W70948 | 9:11 AM Derby station (DBY) | 1h28 | 10:39 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
| G01060 | 9:45 AM Derby station (DBY) | 1h17 | 11:02 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89462+C21649 | 10:12 AM Derby station (DBY) | 1h26 | 11:38 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Derby to Leeds
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Trains from Derby to Leeds run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:05, the last at 22:45. The fastest train covers the 97 km distance in 1h 16m.
Distance 97 km |
Average train duration 1h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 16m |
First train 5:05 AM |
Last train 10:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 7 days |
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FAQs: Trains from Derby to Leeds
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby to Leeds by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Leeds, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Derby to Leeds
Most Derby to Leeds trains use the Derby to Leeds station pair, with some services arriving at Burley Park. Use this guide to compare Derby and Leeds train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Derby station do trains to Leeds leave from?
Getting to Derby from Derby city centre
Derby is 1 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Derby train station facilities and services
Derby has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Derby.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Derby.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Derby.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Derby: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Derby: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Derby: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A step free station. This station has step free access. There are lifts to all platforms. There is a subway to platforms 2,3,4 and 5. Platforms 6 and 7 are accessed by lift only. This station has tactile paving at the edges of all platforms and at the foot and top of stairwells, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Peartree from Derby city centre
Peartree is 2 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Peartree train station facilities and services
Peartree has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Peartree.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Peartree: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Peartree: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Peartree: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to both platforms via ramps. These ramps have a very steep gradient. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edge of the platforms, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on IUP, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Spondon from Derby city centre
Spondon is 4 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Spondon train station facilities and services
Spondon has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Spondon.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Spondon: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Spondon: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Spondon: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. This station has a degree of step free access to the platform which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check for details. Level ramped access to both platforms from level crossing. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on IUP, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Leeds from Leeds city centre
Leeds train station facilities and services
Leeds has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Caffè Nero, KFC, Leon, McDonald's, The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Pret a Manger, JD Wetherspoon, Delice de France
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the West Footbridge and South Concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59, Sun: 06:45 - 22:30. Information desks are located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leeds: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leeds: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds: There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center, The Queens Hotel, Leeds Marriott Hotel.
Getting to Burley Park from Leeds city centre
Burley Park is 2 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Burley Park train station facilities and services
Burley Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Burley Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Burley Park: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Burley Park: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Burley Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Persons in wheelchairs can gain easy access onto both platforms. However to get onto the Harrogate bound platform you have to go a long way round it will take approx 5-7 minutes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Cards Only - No Cash Accepted, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Headingley from Leeds city centre
Headingley is 3 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Headingley train station facilities and services
Headingley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Headingley.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Headingley: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Headingley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Headingley: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station. The conductor will carry out any assistance, please wait on the platform. This station has recently benefitted from the installation of lifts, level access to platform 1 with platform 2 being accessible using the lift and a short subway, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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