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

The cheapest train tickets from Derby to Leicester start from £5. The average price for this train route is around £10. 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 Leicester?

The average train journey time from Derby to Leicester is 30m, covering a distance of 25 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 20m and is operated by East Midlands Railway .

Which train operators serve the Derby to Leicester route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 13 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Derby to Leicester departs at 07:05. And the latest train departs at 22:20.

Train Derby to Leicester from £5

Next train departures

Next departures from Derby to Leicester on 9 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:32	Derby	31m	17:03	Leicester	Cheapest
Train	09:09	Derby	20m	09:29	Leicester	Fastest
Train	07:05	Derby	24m	07:29	Leicester	No tags
Train	07:05	Derby	24m	07:29	Leicester	No tags
Train	07:33	Derby	27m	08:00	Leicester	No tags

Next departures from Derby to Leicester on 10 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:32	Derby	30m	16:02	Leicester	Cheapest
Train	09:09	Derby	20m	09:29	Leicester	Fastest
Train	07:05	Derby	24m	07:29	Leicester	No tags
Train	07:05	Derby	24m	07:29	Leicester	No tags
Train	07:33	Derby	27m	08:00	Leicester	No tags

Next departures from Derby to Leicester on 11 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:32	Derby	31m	10:03	Leicester	Cheapest
Train	09:09	Derby	20m	09:29	Leicester	Fastest
Train	07:05	Derby	24m	07:29	Leicester	No tags
Train	07:05	Derby	24m	07:29	Leicester	No tags
Train	07:33	Derby	27m	08:00	Leicester	No tags

Next departures from Derby to Leicester on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:32	Derby	31m	09:03	Leicester	Cheapest
Train	09:09	Derby	20m	09:29	Leicester	Fastest
Train	07:05	Derby	24m	07:29	Leicester	No tags
Train	07:05	Derby	24m	07:29	Leicester	No tags
Train	07:33	Derby	27m	08:00	Leicester	No tags

Next departures from Derby to Leicester on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:33	Derby	30m	16:03	Leicester	Cheapest
Train	07:32	Derby	30m	08:02	Leicester	Fastest
Train	07:32	Derby	30m	08:02	Leicester	No tags
Train	08:32	Derby	31m	09:03	Leicester	No tags
Train	08:32	Derby	31m	09:03	Leicester	No tags

Next departures from Derby to Leicester on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:26	Derby	32m	15:58	Leicester	Cheapest
Train	15:07	Derby	24m	15:31	Leicester	Fastest
Train	07:33	Derby	57m	08:30	Leicester	No tags
Train	07:33	Derby	57m	08:30	Leicester	No tags
Train	08:54	Derby	31m	09:25	Leicester	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Derby to Leicester

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Leicester. The journey takes about 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13train per day

30mAverage duration

25 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£5 - £11	Average duration1h 25m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£5 - £32	Average duration30m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£3 - £3	Average duration1h	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Train Companies

East Midlands Railway

4.5/524 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi5

Based on 24 reviews, the company was rated 4.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the value for money. East Midlands Railway ticket prices on this trip start at £5

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Derby to Leicester 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 Leicester?
The cheapest train tickets from Derby to Leicester start from £5. The average price for this train route is around £10. 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 Leicester?
The average train journey time from Derby to Leicester is 30m, covering a distance of 25 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 20m and is operated by East Midlands Railway.
Which train operators serve the Derby to Leicester route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 13 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Derby to Leicester?
The earliest train from Derby to Leicester departs at 07:05. And the latest train departs at 22:20.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

06/12

£17

07/12

£17

Today

£17

09/12

£10

10/12

£10

11/12

£10

12/12

£10

13/12

£6

The cheapest trip from Derby to Leicester was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of £6

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

You can expect to pay from £6 to £31 for a train ticket from Derby to Leicester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £6, which is on 2025-12-13.