How to travel from Exeter to Derby, United Kingdom
The distance between Exeter and Derby is around 331km (206 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 3h 10m.
3 routes found
We've found 3 different ways to get from Exeter to Derby by train, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Derby → Exeter if you're planning a return trip.
Train
Take the train to Derby.
- Duration3h 10m
- Departsevery 3 hours
- Typical cost£110($130)
Plane and Train
Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Birmingham (BHX) then take the train to Derby.
- Duration3h 30m
- Flight time2hrs
- Typical cost£385($460)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Exeter and Derby
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Exeter to Derby by train, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around £110 ($130) and will take around 3h 10m.
The distance between Exeter and Derby is around 331km (206 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 282km (175 miles)
It takes around 3h 10m to get from Exeter and Derby by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 3h 25m to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Exeter to Derby is to take the train which takes around 3h 10m and will set you back approx £110 ($130).
The cheapest way to travel between Exeter and Derby, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around £110 ($130) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
Yes there is a train service that runs between Exeter and Derby. It typically takes around 3h 10m and departs every 3 hours.
Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Exeter and Derby with no changeovers required. The train runs every 3 hours and takes 3h 10m.
CrossCountry run train services between Exeter and Derby. Trains depart every 3 hours and will take around 3h 10m, 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 Exeter and Derby. We recommend that you take the train to Derby. instead which will take 3h 10m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Exeter to Derby. We recommend that you fly from Exeter (EXT) to Birmingham (BHX) then take the train to Derby. instead which will take 3h 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
Yes it is possible to drive from Exeter and Derby. The distance is around 331km (206 miles) by road and it will take around 3h 25m in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Exeter to Derby is to take the train which takes, on average, 3h 10m and will usually cost around £110 ($130).
Compare travel optionsbetween Exeter and Derby
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Train | 3h 10m | £110($130) | every 3 hours | 331km (206 miles) |
Plane and Train | 3h 30m | £385($460) | hourly | 643km (399 miles) |
Drive | 3h 25m | £38($45) | on demand | 331km (206 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Exeter and Derby
Airlines
Blue Islands Limited
Aer Lingus
Aurigny
Loganair
Train operators
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