Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Derby travel guide

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You're Going to Love Derby

With a population of 235,029, Derby is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom.

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Where to Eat in Derby

If you’re looking for affordable options, Compamigos (Findern Ln) and Carluccio's - Derby (West Mall, Intu) are great picks.

When to visit Derby

Derby in August
Estimated hotel price
S$ 115
1 night at 3-star hotel
Derby in August
Estimated hotel price
S$ 115
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 9 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Derby from Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 14h 05m.

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 Sixt, among others, in London.

Plane

When flying to Derby, you’ll arrive at East Midlands Airport (EMA), which is located 9 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Derby from Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 14h 05m.

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 Sixt, among others, in London.

Airports near Derby

BHXBirmingham
LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
MANManchester

Airlines serving Derby

Lufthansa
Good (8,176 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,554 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,146 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,467 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,025 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,492 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,267 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,637 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (951 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,736 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,061 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,644 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,924 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,212 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,429 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,498 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,425 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (431 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,439 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,357 reviews)
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Where to stay in Derby

There are also lots of holiday rental options in Derby, with prices from S$ 49 to S$ 725 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Derby are about 40% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Derby

Most booked hotels in Derby

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B&B HOTEL Derby
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
S$ 76+
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Wychnor Park Country Club
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
S$ 160+
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Hilton at St.George's Park, Burton Upon Trent
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
S$ 239+
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Delta Hotels by Marriott Breadsall Priory Country Club
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
S$ 183+
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Holiday Inn Express Burton Upon Trent By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
S$ 107+
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Riverside Hotel Branston by Chef and Brewer Collection
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
S$ 128+
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Hiring a car in Derby

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 26% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay S$ 2.66 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$ 31.86 and S$ 42.48. The most frequently booked car type in Derby is Compact (Class Compact Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is, on average, 34% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 26% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay S$ 2.66 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$ 31.86 and S$ 42.48. The most frequently booked car type in Derby is Compact (Class Compact Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is, on average, 34% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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