Driving from Wolverhampton to Derby
Derby lies 57 km (36 mi) north-east of Wolverhampton, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 53 min without stops, over roughly 70 km (44 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Wolverhampton | Derby | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Population | 263,700 | 270,468 |
| Elevation | 160 m (525 ft) | 55 m (180 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Europe/London) | UTC+1 (Europe/London) |
| Postal codes | WV1–WV98 | DE1 |
Where to book car hire from Wolverhampton to Derby
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Staying in Derby
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Common questions
How far is Derby from Wolverhampton?
57 km (36 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Wolverhampton; by road roughly 70 km (44 mi).
How long does it take to get from Wolverhampton to Derby by car?
About 53 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Wolverhampton and Derby?
No, both are on Europe/London at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.