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. Derby deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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
S$ 126
1 night at 3-star hotel
Derby in December
Estimated hotel price
S$ 126
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 Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 13h 45m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Derby, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Derby to Liverpool takes 0h 31m and costs around S$ 7 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Leeds, expect to pay about S$ 16 for a 1h 08m 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 hire from London, which is about 183 km from Derby. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Alamo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Derby, including National Express, Megabus and FlixBus. From Liverpool, the bus ride to Derby takes 72 km and will cost you around S$ 5. From Leeds, the ticket costs about S$ 14 for a journey of 113 km. The most popular bus station is Derby Riverlights Bus Station, located 0.4 km from the city centre of 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 Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 13h 45m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Derby, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Derby to Liverpool takes 0h 31m and costs around S$ 7 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Leeds, expect to pay about S$ 16 for a 1h 08m 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 hire from London, which is about 183 km from Derby. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Alamo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Derby, including National Express, Megabus and FlixBus. From Liverpool, the bus ride to Derby takes 72 km and will cost you around S$ 5. From Leeds, the ticket costs about S$ 14 for a journey of 113 km. The most popular bus station is Derby Riverlights Bus Station, located 0.4 km from the city centre of 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 (4,597 reviews)
KLM
Good (849 reviews)
SWISS
Good (923 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,436 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,596 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,275 reviews)
Air France
Good (969 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,551 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (478 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,922 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,125 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,482 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,700 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (226 reviews)
Finnair
Good (876 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (834 reviews)
LOT
Good (680 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,163 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (909 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
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Where to stay in Derby

Average rates range from around S$ 119 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to S$ 216 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)
S$ 152+
Hilton at St George's Park, Burton Upon Trent
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
S$ 208+
Dog & Partridge Hotel by Greene King Inns
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
S$ 127+
Leonardo Hotel East Midlands Airport
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
S$ 222+
Leonardo Hotel Derby
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
S$ 111+
Riverside Hotel by Chef & Brewer Collection
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
S$ 121+

Hiring a car in Derby

Expect to pay S$ 2.52 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 S$ 30.22 and S$ 40.29. The most frequently booked car type in Derby is Compact (Class Compact SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Opel Corsa or similar) is, on average, 60% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay S$ 2.52 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 S$ 30.22 and S$ 40.29. The most frequently booked car type in Derby is Compact (Class Compact SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Opel Corsa or similar) is, on average, 60% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.