Derby travel guide

Derby Tourism | Derby Guide

You're Going to Love Derby

With a population of 235,029, Derby is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country.

Where to Eat in Derby

If you’re looking for affordable options, Carluccio's - Derby (West Mall, Intu) and Anoki Restaurant - Burton (Burton Rd) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Anoki Restaurant - Derby (First Floor 129 London Road) and Silk Mill Derby (19 Full Street) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Derby.

When to visit Derby

Derby in December
Estimated hotel price
RM 437
1 night at 3-star hotel
Derby in December
Estimated hotel price
RM 437
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Derby

Plane

When flying to Derby, you’ll arrive at East Midlands Airport (EMA), which is located 14 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Derby from Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur and takes around 19h 25m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Derby, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Derby to Liverpool takes 0h 36m and costs around RM 24 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Leeds, expect to pay about RM 52 for a 1h 17m trip. Located 15 km from the city centre, Derby Tutbury & Hatton is the busiest station in Derby. Another popular train station is Derby Willington, located 10 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Derby is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 183 km from Derby. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Alamo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Derby, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Liverpool, the bus ride to Derby takes 72 km and will cost you around RM 38. From Leeds, the ticket costs about RM 52 for a journey of 113 km. The most popular bus station is Derby Riverlights Bus Station, located 0.4 km from the city centre of Derby. Derby Donnington Park is also a commonly used station, and is 13 km from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Derby, you’ll arrive at East Midlands Airport (EMA), which is located 14 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Derby from Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur and takes around 19h 25m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Derby, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Derby to Liverpool takes 0h 36m and costs around RM 24 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Leeds, expect to pay about RM 52 for a 1h 17m trip. Located 15 km from the city centre, Derby Tutbury & Hatton is the busiest station in Derby. Another popular train station is Derby Willington, located 10 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Derby is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 183 km from Derby. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Alamo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Derby, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Liverpool, the bus ride to Derby takes 72 km and will cost you around RM 38. From Leeds, the ticket costs about RM 52 for a journey of 113 km. The most popular bus station is Derby Riverlights Bus Station, located 0.4 km from the city centre of Derby. Derby Donnington Park is also a commonly used station, and is 13 km from the city centre.

Airports near Derby

Airlines serving Derby

Lufthansa
Good (4,689 reviews)
KLM
Good (846 reviews)
SWISS
Good (954 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,604 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,264 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,587 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (489 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,598 reviews)
Air France
Good (980 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,106 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,433 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,971 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,967 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (227 reviews)
Finnair
Good (857 reviews)
LOT
Good (677 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (816 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (928 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,168 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (837 reviews)
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Where to stay in Derby

Average rates range from around RM 424 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to RM 814 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Derby

Most booked hotels in Derby

Leonardo Hotel East Midlands Airport
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
RM 569+
Leonardo Hotel Derby
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
RM 392+
Days Inn by Wyndham Donington A50
3 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
RM 223+
Derby Mickleover Hotel, BW Signature Collection
4 stars
Good (7.3, Good reviews)
RM 425+
Travelodge Derby Pride Park
3 stars
Good (7.1, Good reviews)
RM 214+
The Stuart Hotel, Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western
4 stars
Good (6.6, Good reviews)
RM 325+

Hiring a car in Derby

Expect to pay RM 8.94 per litre in Derby (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between RM 107.28 and RM 143.03. The most frequently booked car type in Derby is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Toyota iQ or similar) is, on average, 75% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay RM 8.94 per litre in Derby (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between RM 107.28 and RM 143.03. The most frequently booked car type in Derby is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Toyota iQ or similar) is, on average, 75% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.