How to travel from Newport to Derby, United Kingdom
The distance between Newport and Derby is around 220km (137 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 20m.
3 routes found
We've found 3 different ways to get from Newport to Derby by train, 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 → Newport if you're planning a return trip.
Train
Take the train to Derby.
- Duration2h 30m
- Departshourly
- Typical cost£72($85)
Bus and Train
Take the bus to Birmingham Coach Station Digbeth then take the train to Derby.
- Duration2h 55m
- Departs4 times a day
- Typical cost£41($48)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Newport and Derby
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Newport to Derby by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take the train which costs around £41 ($48) and will take around 2h 55m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2h 20m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately £40 ($47).
The distance between Newport and Derby is around 220km (137 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 181km (112 miles)
It takes around 2h 30m to get from Newport and Derby by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 20m to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Newport to Derby is to drive which takes around 2h 20m and will set you back approx £40 ($47).
The cheapest way to travel between Newport and Derby, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus and then take the train which will typically cost around £41 ($48) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
Yes there is a train service that runs between Newport and Derby. It typically takes around 2h 30m and departs hourly.
Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Newport and Derby with no changeovers required. The train runs hourly and takes 2h 30m.
CrossCountry run train services between Newport and Derby. Trains depart hourly and will take around 2h 30m, 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 Newport and Derby. We recommend that you drive to Derby. instead which will take 2h 20m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Newport to Derby. We recommend that you 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
Yes it is possible to drive from Newport and Derby. The distance is around 227km (141 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 20m in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Newport to Derby is to take the train which takes, on average, 2h 30m and will usually cost around £72 ($85).
Compare travel optionsbetween Newport and Derby
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Train | 2h 30m | £72($85) | hourly | 221km (137 miles) |
Bus and Train | 2h 55m | £41($48) | 4 times a day | 220km (137 miles) |
Drive | 2h 20m | £40($47) | on demand | 227km (141 miles) |
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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