Trains from Derby to Leeds

Derby to Leeds train information

All trains connecting Derby (East Midlands England) to Leeds (Yorkshire and the Humber England) are run by Cross Country. The services on board will vary depending on the rail provider.

Travelling by train is a fast and easy option to go to Leeds from Derby. The average travel duration between Derby to Leeds is 1h19m to travel the 61 miles.

We found tickets from £7.88 to travel in the next month. Prices can vary depending on when you travel or how long in advance you buy your ticket.

Best prices for Derby to Leeds train tickets

Derby - Leeds prices calendar

Find the cheapest tickets to travel from Derby to Leeds by train, bus, ride sharing and plane.

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Price of the ticket when booking in advance or at the last minute

The Prices for train tickets Derby to Leeds will increase the closer you get to your departure day. If we look at our data, if you book your seat 1 day in advance, tickets should be available from £17 whereas when buying your ticket on the day you're travelling, you will need to spend at least £23 for your journey. Thus, you can save 28% on the price of your ticket by purchasing your seat 1 day in advance rather than on the day you're travelling.

The results are based on the best fares found over the past 6 months when buying in advance versus at the last minute.

Best prices for Derby to Leeds trains

We compare train ticket for all major companies to travel between Derby and Leeds by train and find the best prices for the coming days. Take a look at the prices of train tickets Leeds to Derby and find the best deal for your outbound journey.

Discount Derby - Leeds train tickets

The most efficient way to pay less on your Derby Leeds train ticket may be to get a railcard. While regional railcards can be obtained in some areas, National railcards enable you to save money on most rail fares across the country. Everyone is eligible to at least 1 of the railcard, even non-UK residents. National railcards available: 16-25 discount card, Senior railcard, Two together discount card, Family and Friends railcard and Disabled persons discount card.

What are the benefits of a railcard?

When purchasing a railcard, you want to save money after several trips. But is it really worth it when taking the train from Derby to Leeds? Check with your calculator, taking into account:

A = the railcard cost (i.e.: £30)

B = average saving with the railcard (i.e.: 34%)

C = average price for a Derby Leeds ticket (i.e.: £25.93)(1)

Initially, divide A by B: this will show you the budget from which the card will be profitable. Now divide that number by C. The result is the minimum number of trips needed throughout the duration of the railcard's validity to start saving money.

In our example, A/B = £30/34% = £88.00. Then, 88/£25.93 = 3.39. Your railcard will be worthwile once you will have done at least 4 trips from Derby to Leeds (one way journey).

How much do I need to pay for a railcard?

The price to buy a Disabled persons railcard is £20 while it will cost you £30 to have the 16-25, Two together, Family and Friends or the Senior railcard. All of them enable you to save 34% off most adult fares for an entire year.

⁽¹⁾Average prices observed over the last 6 months for one way journey