How much does a train ticket cost from Derby to Leeds?

The cheapest train tickets from Derby to Leeds start from £10. The average price for this train route is around £53. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Derby to Leeds?

The average train journey time from Derby to Leeds is 1h 17m, covering a distance of 61 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 16m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators serve the Derby to Leeds route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 7 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Derby to Leeds?

The earliest train from Derby to Leeds departs at 07:17. And the latest train departs at 21:54.

Train Derby to Leeds from £19

Next train departures

Next departures from Derby to Leeds on 29 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:45	Derby	1h 18m	09:03	Leeds	Cheapest
Train	08:45	Derby	1h 16m	10:01	Leeds	Fastest
Train	07:45	Derby	1h 18m	09:03	Leeds	No tags
Train	08:45	Derby	1h 16m	10:01	Leeds	No tags
Train	09:45	Derby	1h 17m	11:02	Leeds	No tags

Next departures from Derby to Leeds on 30 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:45	Derby	1h 16m	11:01	Leeds	CheapestFastest
Train	09:45	Derby	1h 16m	11:01	Leeds	No tags
Train	10:45	Derby	1h 17m	12:02	Leeds	No tags
Train	10:45	Derby	1h 17m	12:02	Leeds	No tags
Train	11:45	Derby	1h 17m	13:02	Leeds	No tags

Next departures from Derby to Leeds on 1 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:45	Derby	1h 18m	09:03	Leeds	Cheapest
Train	08:45	Derby	1h 16m	10:01	Leeds	Fastest
Train	07:45	Derby	1h 18m	09:03	Leeds	No tags
Train	08:45	Derby	1h 16m	10:01	Leeds	No tags
Train	09:45	Derby	1h 17m	11:02	Leeds	No tags

Next departures from Derby to Leeds on 2 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:45	Derby	1h 18m	09:03	Leeds	Cheapest
Train	08:45	Derby	1h 16m	10:01	Leeds	Fastest
Train	07:45	Derby	1h 18m	09:03	Leeds	No tags
Train	08:45	Derby	1h 16m	10:01	Leeds	No tags
Train	09:45	Derby	1h 17m	11:02	Leeds	No tags

Next departures from Derby to Leeds on 3 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:45	Derby	1h 18m	09:03	Leeds	Cheapest
Train	08:45	Derby	1h 16m	10:01	Leeds	Fastest
Train	07:45	Derby	1h 18m	09:03	Leeds	No tags
Train	08:45	Derby	1h 16m	10:01	Leeds	No tags
Train	09:45	Derby	1h 17m	11:02	Leeds	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 04:24 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Derby to Leeds

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Leeds. The journey takes about 1 hour 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 20mAverage duration

61 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£7 - £25	Average duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£10 - £133	Average duration1h 17m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£5 - £12	Average duration1h 20m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi4.1

Based on 44 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the value for money. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at £10

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Derby to Leeds by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Derby to Leeds?
The cheapest train tickets from Derby to Leeds start from £10. The average price for this train route is around £53. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Derby to Leeds?
The average train journey time from Derby to Leeds is 1h 17m, covering a distance of 61 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 16m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Derby to Leeds route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 7 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Derby to Leeds?
The earliest train from Derby to Leeds departs at 07:17. And the latest train departs at 21:54.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

27/11

£51

28/11

£28

Today

£28

30/11

£28

01/12

£25

02/12

£25

03/12

£25

04/12

£25

The cheapest trip from Derby to Leeds was searched and found on 4 Dec 2025 with a price of £25

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Derby to Leeds as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £25 to £126 for a train ticket from Derby to Leeds based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £25, which is on 2025-12-04.