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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Derby to London Luton Airport
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$52
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$63
Fastest journey on Sep 20
1 h 57 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
2 h 24 m
Trains on Sep 20
6
Distance
138 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Derby to London Luton Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Derby to London Luton Airport will cost around $63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $52.
It's difficult to get from Derby to London Luton Airport without transferring at least once.
W70768 · C41886+
Luton Dart12:53 PM3h23Derby station (DBY)4:16 PMLondon Luton Airport (LUA)$521One-way2 transfers- W70840+Luton Dart9:34 AM1h58Derby station (DBY)11:32 AMLondon Luton Airport (LUA)$521One-way1 transfer
- C21857+Luton Dart8:39 AM1h57Derby station (DBY)10:36 AMLondon Luton Airport (LUA)$521One-way1 transfer
- W70768 · C04218+Luton Dart12:53 PM2h48Derby station (DBY)3:41 PMLondon Luton Airport (LUA)$741One-way2 transfers
- C21677 · C04207+Luton Dart11:03 AM2h38Derby station (DBY)1:41 PMLondon Luton Airport (LUA)$741One-way2 transfers
- C21857+Luton Dart8:39 AM1h57Derby station (DBY)10:36 AMLondon Luton Airport (LUA)$521One-way1 transfer
- W70840+Luton Dart9:34 AM1h58Derby station (DBY)11:32 AMLondon Luton Airport (LUA)$521One-way1 transfer
- C21677 · C04207+Luton Dart11:03 AM2h38Derby station (DBY)1:41 PMLondon Luton Airport (LUA)$741One-way2 transfers
- C21679 · C04214+Luton Dart12:02 PM2h39Derby station (DBY)2:41 PMLondon Luton Airport (LUA)$741One-way2 transfers
- W70768 · C04218+Luton Dart12:53 PM2h48Derby station (DBY)3:41 PMLondon Luton Airport (LUA)$741One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Derby to London Luton Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Derby to London Luton Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $40 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 9m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $40, while a train costs an average of $79.
Distance: 85 miles (138 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$79 Average price | $40 Average price Cheapest | $36 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration 3h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Derby to London Luton Airport:
A bus is $38 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Derby to London Luton Airport costing on average $79.
Other travel options to London Luton Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 49m.
You'll arrive about 8m sooner (1h 39m by train vs 1h 47m by car). Tickets start at around $79 compared to roughly $36 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Derby to London Luton Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Derby to London Luton Airport trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:04 AM Derby | 2h05 | 10:09 AM London Luton Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:08 AM Derby | 2h01 | 10:09 AM London Luton Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:32 AM Derby | 2h07 | 10:39 AM London Luton Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:09 PM Derby | 2h00 | 8:09 PM London Luton Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Derby to London Luton Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Derby to London Luton Airport run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $41 but you can travel from only $25 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 14:07. The fastest train covers the 85 miles (138 km) distance in 1h 22m.
Distance 85 miles (138 km) |
Average train duration 1h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $41 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 22m |
First train 4:30 AM |
Last train 2:07 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway from Derby to London Luton Airport trainsEast Midlands Railway trains will get you between Derby and London Luton Airport from $25. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Derby to London Luton Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby to London Luton Airport by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London Luton Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Derby to London Luton Airport
Most Derby to London Luton Airport trains use the Derby to London St Pancras International station pair. Use this guide to compare Derby and London Luton Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Derby from Derby city centre
Derby is 1 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Derby train station facilities and services
Derby has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Derby.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Derby.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Derby.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Derby: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Derby: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Derby: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A step free station. This station has step free access. There are lifts to all platforms. There is a subway to platforms 2,3,4 and 5. Platforms 6 and 7 are accessed by lift only. This station has tactile paving at the edges of all platforms and at the foot and top of stairwells, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Spondon from Derby city centre
Spondon is 4 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Spondon train station facilities and services
Spondon has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Spondon.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Spondon: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Spondon: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Spondon: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. This station has a degree of step free access to the platform which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check for details. Level ramped access to both platforms from level crossing. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on IUP, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Peartree from Derby city centre
Peartree is 2 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Peartree train station facilities and services
Peartree has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Peartree.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Peartree: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Peartree: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Peartree: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to both platforms via ramps. These ramps have a very steep gradient. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edge of the platforms, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on IUP, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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