How to travel from Doncaster to Derby, United Kingdom
The distance between Doncaster and Derby is around 82km (51 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 52min.
4 routes found
We've found 4 different ways to get from Doncaster to Derby by train, taxi and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Derby → Doncaster if you're planning a return trip.
Train
Take the train to Derby.
- Duration52min
- Departs4 times a day
- Typical cost£38($45)
1 similiar route
We’ve grouped similar routes together, click the arrows to see the other options.
Taxi
Take a taxi to Derby.
- Duration52min
- Departson demand
- Typical cost£120($140)
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+ 4 othersFrequently asked questionsabout travel between Doncaster and Derby
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Doncaster to Derby by train, taxi and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around £38 ($45) and will take around 52min.
The distance between Doncaster and Derby is around 82km (51 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 71km (44 miles)
It takes around 52min to get from Doncaster and Derby by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 52min to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Doncaster to Derby is to take the train which takes around 52min and will set you back approx £38 ($45).
The cheapest way to travel between Doncaster and Derby, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around £38 ($45) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
Yes there is a train service that runs between Doncaster and Derby. It typically takes around 52min and departs 4 times a day.
Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Doncaster and Derby with no changeovers required. The train runs 4 times a day and takes 52min.
CrossCountry, TransPennine Express Service, Northern Rail and East Midlands Railways run train services between Doncaster and Derby. Trains depart 4 times a day and will take around 52min, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Doncaster and Derby. We recommend that you take the train to Derby. instead which will take 52min.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Doncaster to Derby. We recommend that you take the train to Derby. instead which will take 52min.
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
Yes it is possible to drive from Doncaster and Derby. The distance is around 82km (51 miles) by road and it will take around 52min in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Doncaster to Derby is to take the train which takes, on average, 52min and will usually cost around £38 ($45).
Compare travel optionsbetween Doncaster and Derby
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Train + 1 similar | 52min | £38($45) | 4 times a day | 87km (54 miles) |
| Train via Sheffield | 54min | £39($46) | hourly | 87km (54 miles) |
Taxi | 52min | £120($140) | on demand | 82km (51 miles) |
Drive | 52min | £14($17) | on demand | 82km (51 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Doncaster and Derby
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