How to travel from Belfast to Derby, United Kingdom
The distance between Belfast and Derby is around 377km (234 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the train which takes around 2h 30m.
12 routes found
We've found 12 different ways to get from Belfast to Derby by plane, train, ferry, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Derby → Belfast if you're planning a return trip.
Plane and Train
Fly from Belfast City (BHD) to Birmingham (BHX) then take the train to Derby.
- Duration2h 30m
- Flight time1h 15m
- Typical cost£160($190)
Multiple operators
6 similiar routes
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Ferry and Train
Take a ferry to Isle of Man Douglas and then to Liverpool then take the train to Crewe and then to Derby.
- Duration8h 55m
- Departs3 times a week
- Typical cost£115($135)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
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Ferry and Bus
Take a ferry to Cairnryan then take the bus to Buchanan Bus Station then Shudehill Interchange and then to Derby Bus Station.
- Duration11h 50m
- Departs4 times a week
- Typical cost£60($71)
Multiple operators
Ferry and Car
Take a ferry to Cairnryan then drive to Derby.
- Duration7h 40m
- Departsevery 4 hours
- Typical cost£54($64)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Belfast and Derby
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Belfast to Derby by plane, train, ferry, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then drive which costs around £54 ($64) and will take around 7h 40m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take the train and arrive in approximately 2h 30m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately £160 ($190).
The distance between Belfast and Derby is around 377km (234 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 347km (216 miles)
It takes around 2h 30m to get from Belfast and Derby by plane and train.
The quickest way to get from Belfast to Derby is to fly and then take the train which takes around 2h 30m and will set you back approx £160 ($190).
The cheapest way to travel between Belfast and Derby is to take a ferry and then drive which will typically cost around £54 ($64) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Belfast and Derby. We recommend that you fly from Belfast City (BHD) to Birmingham (BHX) then take the train to Derby. instead which will take 2h 30m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Belfast and Derby. We recommend that you fly from Belfast City (BHD) to Birmingham (BHX) then take the train to Derby. instead which will take 2h 30m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Belfast to Derby. We recommend that you fly from Belfast City (BHD) to Birmingham (BHX) then take the train to Derby. instead which will take 2h 30m.
The closest major airport to Derby is East Midlands Airport (EMA) (EMA) which is approximately 14km (9 miles) from Derby. Birmingham Airport (BHX) (BHX) and Doncaster Sheffield Airport (DSA) (DSA) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Belfast to Derby. We recommend that you fly from Belfast City (BHD) to Birmingham (BHX) then take the train to Derby. instead which will take 2h 30m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Belfast to Derby is to fly and then take the train which takes, on average, 2h 30m and will usually cost around £160 ($190).
Compare travel optionsbetween Belfast and Derby
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Plane and Train + 6 similar | 2h 30m | £160($190) | hourly | 448km (278 miles) |
| Fly to Birmingham (BHX), Train | 2h 45m | £170($200) | hourly | 495km (308 miles) |
| Fly to Manchester (MAN), train | 2h 60m | £165($200) | hourly | 420km (261 miles) |
| Fly to Liverpool (LPL), train | 3hrs | £150($180) | every 2 hours | 381km (237 miles) |
| Fly to Leeds Bradford (LBA), Train | 3h 10m | £155($185) | hourly | 423km (263 miles) |
| Fly to Manchester (MAN), train | 3h 20m | £125($145) | hourly | 468km (291 miles) |
| Fly to Liverpool (LPL), train | 3h 30m | £110($130) | every 2 hours | 429km (267 miles) |
Ferry and Train + 2 similar | 8h 55m | £115($135) | 3 times a week | 377km (234 miles) |
| Train and Ferry | 9h 20m | £87($105) | 4 times a day | 548km (341 miles) |
| Ferry to Isle of Man Douglas, train | 9h 55m | £110($135) | 3 times a week | 420km (261 miles) |
Ferry and Bus | 11h 50m | £60($71) | 4 times a week | 709km (440 miles) |
Ferry and Car | 7h 40m | £54($64) | every 4 hours | 552km (343 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Belfast and Derby
Bus companies
Scottish Citylink
Ferry operators
Isle of Man Steam Packet Company
Stena Line
Airlines
Aer Lingus
Train operators
East Midlands Railways
Airports near Derby
The following major airports near Derby offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United Kingdom and internationally.
East Midlands Airport (EMA)
- Distance
- 14km (9 miles) from Derby
Birmingham Airport (BHX)
- Distance
- 55km (34 miles) from Derby
Doncaster Sheffield Airport (DSA)
- Distance
- 70km (43 miles) from Derby