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How to Get from Derby to Leeds

Derby to Leeds is 97 km in a straight line. The trip takes 1h 40m by bus.

On Routavio you can compare the ways from Derby to Leeds by price and travel time (route calculated on 10 November 2026).

  • First bus at 03:35, last at 21:10

Compare the ways to get there. Then check them for your own date.

At a glance

  • Fastest

    1h 40m

    direct

    Bus

    €8

Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 10 Nov 2026

Start with the Whole Journey.

We compared the ways to travel from Derby to Leeds. The most useful door-to-door route takes 1h 40m by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 97 km apart in a straight line. The operators below come from a real route search.

97 km in a straight line

Derby to Leeds: Cheapest or Fastest?

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Which Date Should You Go?

An amount is a fare we saw earlier; with "around" in front it is our estimate. Neither is a live offer. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.

Departures from Derby to Leeds

FlixBus publishes departures from 03:35 to 21:10.

OperatorFirstLast
FlixBusbus03:3521:10

All departures

  • 03:35
  • 04:35
  • 11:10
  • 11:50
  • 12:10
  • 12:50
  • 19:30
  • 20:10
  • 20:30
  • 21:10

Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, we do not hold a published timetable for that operator. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.

Departure and Arrival

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Ticket Prices on This Route

What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.

  • Train· 1h 17m€6Book
  • Bus· 1h 40m€7Book

Omio last refreshed these on Mon, Nov 9.

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Operators Seen on These Journeys

On this route you travel with FlixBus.

How the Trip from Derby to Leeds Works

Routavio built this route from its own route data on 10 November 2026. Start with a FlixBus bus from Derby to Leeds, about 1h 40m. In total it's roughly €8 over 1h 40m, direct, no transfers.

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Derby to Leeds: Common Questions

How long does it take to get from Derby to Leeds?

Routavio's route check on 10 November 2026 puts the most useful route at about 1h 40m by bus, with no transfer.

When is the first bus from Derby to Leeds?

The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 03:35 and the last at 21:10, according to the published timetable.

How far is Leeds from Derby?

About 97 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.

How much does Derby to Leeds cost?

Our estimate for the route we recommend is around €8. We have not seen it as a fare. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.

Which operators run Derby to Leeds?

According to Routavio's route data, on this route you travel with FlixBus.

Can you get from Derby to Leeds without flying?

Yes. A ground route by train takes about 1h 17m.

What is the cheapest way to get from Derby to Leeds?

Routavio's comparison usually points to a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.

Can I book directly?

Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.

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Sources and Method

Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables. The price here is our estimate, not a guarantee.

Operators: FlixBus

Route calculated: 10 Nov 2026