The cheapest and fastest trains from Derby to London Stansted Airport
Cheapest price
$62
Average price
$107
Fastest journey
3 h 13 m
Average duration
3 h 25 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
165 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Derby to London Stansted 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 Stansted Airport will cost around $107 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $62.
Of the 3 trains that leave Derby for London Stansted Airport on Mon, Jan 26, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jan 26 the direct trains cover the 165 km distance in an average of 3 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 13 m .
On Mon, Jan 26 the slowest trains will take 3 h 37 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.






Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Derby to London Stansted Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Derby to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €30, and a train costs an average of €26.
Distance: 102 miles (165 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€100 Average price | €37 Average price Cheapest |
3h 27m Average total duration Fastest 2h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration 3h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Derby to London Stansted Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Derby to London Stansted Airport trains for today, Sunday, January 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Y12136+ Tube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale+ P46851 | On time 8:54 AM Derby station (DBY) | 3h29 | 12:23 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
Y12137+ Tube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale+ P46875 | On time 9:54 AM Derby station (DBY) | 3h29 | 1:23 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
Y13295 · Y12358+ P47331 | On time 10:26 AM Derby station (DBY) | 3h54 | 2:20 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
Y12629 · Y12362+ P47337 | On time 11:12 AM Derby station (DBY) | 4h08 | 3:20 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
C51606+ Tube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale+ P46905 | On time 11:26 AM Derby station (DBY) | 3h11 | 2:37 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 5:28 AM Derby | 3h13 | 8:41 AM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:47 AM Derby | 3h37 | 11:24 AM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 AM Derby | 3h24 | 11:24 AM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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CrossCountry as well as East Midlands Trains, West Midlands Trains and east_midlands_trains offer trains services from Derby to London Stansted Airport. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Derby to London Stansted Airport.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of East Midlands Trains, West Midlands Trains and east_midlands_trains to find the best option for your trip from Derby to London Stansted Airport.
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- Multiple travel company options: While CrossCountry tickets can be bought on CrossCountry's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of East Midlands Trains, West Midlands Trains and east_midlands_trains to help you choose the right option for your journey from Derby to London Stansted Airport.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Derby to London Stansted Airport
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Derby to London Stansted Airport start from as low as $33 (€26) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $126 (€100) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 7 daily trains from Derby to London Stansted Airport with 0 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 2h 45m but the average duration is 2h 57m
Train Operators
- Travel from Derby to London Stansted Airport with CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, West Midlands Trains, and east_midlands_trains
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is CrossCountry.
- High-speed trains are available.
Stations & Schedule
- First train typically departs at 05:28 AM and the last at 01:32 PM
Distance 102 miles (165 km) |
Average train duration 2h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 (€26) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 45m |
First train 05:28 |
Last train 13:32 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, West Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains from Derby to London Stansted Airport trainsCrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, West Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Derby and London Stansted Airport from $33 (€26). 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 Stansted Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby to London Stansted 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 Stansted Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Derby to London Stansted Airport
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:55 - 22:45 Saturday 04:55 - 22:45 Sunday 06:20 - 23:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, Platform 2/3 and Platform 4/6. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1, Platform 2/3 and Platform 4/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from Customer Reception upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Located in North Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the rear of the station, at the Pride Park exit
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At theÿstation entrance, adjacent to the level crossing.
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the bus stopÿoutside the station entrance towards Derby or by the Showcase towards Stoke.
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