Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

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 among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Derby deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Where to Eat in Derby

If you’re looking for affordable options, Compamigos (Findern Ln) and Carluccio's - Derby (West Mall, Intu) are great picks.

When to visit Derby

Derby in January
Estimated hotel price
C$ 128
1 night at 3-star hotel
Derby in January
Estimated hotel price
C$ 128
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 Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 6h 30m.

Car

Another option to get to Derby is to pick up a car rental from London, which is about 183 km from Derby. You’ll find branches of keddy by Europcar and ADDCAR RENTAL , among others, in London.

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 Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 6h 30m.

Car

Another option to get to Derby is to pick up a car rental from London, which is about 183 km from Derby. You’ll find branches of keddy by Europcar and ADDCAR RENTAL , among others, in London.

Airports near Derby

Airlines serving Derby

Lufthansa
Good (8,220 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,576 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,212 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,068 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,474 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,567 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,247 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,650 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,733 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,653 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (959 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,205 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,984 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,200 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,617 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,535 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,430 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (429 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,482 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,600 reviews)
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Where to stay in Derby

Average rates range from around C$ 97 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 150 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Derby

Most booked hotels in Derby

B&B HOTEL Derby
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
C$ 96+
Wychnor Park Country Club
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
C$ 154+
Hilton at St.George's Park, Burton Upon Trent
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
C$ 249+
Holiday Inn Express Burton Upon Trent By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
C$ 129+
Riverside Hotel Branston by Chef and Brewer Collection
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
C$ 121+
Leonardo Hotel Derby
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
C$ 101+

Renting a car in Derby

Expect to pay C$ 3.03 per litre in Derby (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 36.25 and C$ 48.33. The most frequently booked car type in Derby is Intermediate (Kia Sportage or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Class Compact Car or similar) are, on average, 70% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay C$ 3.03 per litre in Derby (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 36.25 and C$ 48.33. The most frequently booked car type in Derby is Intermediate (Kia Sportage or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Class Compact Car or similar) are, on average, 70% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.