How to travel from Stoke on Trent to Derby, United Kingdom

The distance between Stoke on Trent and Derby is around 55km (34 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take a taxi which takes around 39min.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Stoke on Trent to Derby by train, bus, taxi and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out DerbyStoke on Trent if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Derby.

  • Duration45min
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    £19($22)
Operated by

East Midlands Railways

💰 Cheapest
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bus
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Bus

Take the bus to Derby Bus Station.

  • Duration55min
  • Departs3 times a week
  • Typical cost
    £11($13)
🚀 Fastest
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taxi
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Taxi

Take a taxi to Derby.

  • Duration39min
  • Departson demand
  • Typical cost
    £84($100)
Operated by

Stoke Station Taxis

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Drive

Drive to Derby.

  • Duration39min
  • Distance55km (34 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Stoke on Trent and Derby

There are several options for getting from Stoke on Trent to Derby by train, bus, taxi and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around £11 ($13) and will take around 55min. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take a taxi and arrive in approximately 39min, though it is a bit more costly at approximately £84 ($100).

The distance between Stoke on Trent and Derby is around 55km (34 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 48km (30 miles)

It takes around 45min to get from Stoke on Trent and Derby by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 39min to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Stoke on Trent to Derby is to take a taxi which takes around 39min and will set you back approx £84 ($100).

The cheapest way to travel between Stoke on Trent and Derby, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around £11 ($13) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Stoke on Trent and Derby. It typically takes around 45min and departs hourly.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Stoke on Trent and Derby with no changeovers required. The train runs hourly and takes 45min.

East Midlands Railways run train services between Stoke on Trent and Derby. Trains depart hourly and will take around 45min, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Stoke on Trent and Derby. It typically takes around 55min and departs 3 times a week.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Stoke on Trent and Derby with no changeovers required. The bus runs 3 times a week and takes 55min.

Megabus UK run regular bus services between Stoke on Trent and Derby. Buses run 3 times a week and take around 55min on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Stoke on Trent to Derby. We recommend that you take the train to Derby. instead which will take 45min.

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 Stoke on Trent and Derby. The distance is around 55km (34 miles) by road and it will take around 39min in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Stoke on Trent to Derby is to take the train which takes, on average, 45min and will usually cost around £19 ($22).

How do I get from Stoke on Trent to Derby

Compare travel optionsbetween Stoke on Trent and Derby

Transport options from Stoke on Trent to Derby
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
45min
£19($22)
hourly57km (36 miles)
Bus
55min
£11($13)
3 times a week58km (36 miles)
Taxi
39min
£84($100)
on demand55km (34 miles)
Drive
39min
£10($12)
on demand55km (34 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.

EMA
East Midlands Airport (EMA)
International Airport
Distance
14km (9 miles) from Derby
BHX
Birmingham Airport (BHX)
International Airport
Distance
55km (34 miles) from Derby
DSA
Doncaster Sheffield Airport (DSA)
International Airport
Distance
70km (43 miles) from Derby