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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Derby to London Stansted Airport
Cheapest price on Sep 10
$30
Average ticket price on Sep 10
$82
Fastest journey on Sep 10
3 h 20 m
Average journey duration on Sep 10
3 h 20 m
Trains on Sep 10
2
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 $82 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $30.
On Thu, Sep 10, we found 2 trains from Derby to London Stansted Airport, including 2 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 10 the direct trains cover the 165 km distance in an average of 3 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 20 m .
On Thu, Sep 10 the slowest trains will take 3 h 20 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.
1:32 PM3h20Derby4:52 PMLondon Stansted Airport$301One-way0 transfers
9:00 AM3h20Derby12:20 PMLondon Stansted Airport$1341One-way0 transfers
- 9:00 AM3h20Derby12:20 PMLondon Stansted Airport$1341One-way0 transfers
- 1:32 PM3h20Derby4:52 PMLondon Stansted Airport$301One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Derby to London Stansted Airport
Omio recommends booking the train 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 an average ticket price of $52 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 13m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $52, while a train costs an average of $125.
Distance: 102 miles (165 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$125 Average price | $52 Average price Cheapest | $46 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 13m Average total duration Fastest 2h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 22m 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 Stansted Airport:
A bus is $72 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Derby to London Stansted Airport costing on average $125.
Other travel options to London Stansted Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 50m.
Tickets start at around $125 compared to roughly $46 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-78.04. The journey takes 2h 43m versus 2h 22m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Derby to London Stansted Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Derby to London Stansted Airport trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:00 AM Derby | 3h20 | 12:20 PM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:32 PM Derby | 3h20 | 4:52 PM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of East Midlands Railway to find the best option for your trip from Derby to London Stansted Airport.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Derby to London Stansted Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Derby to London Stansted Airport run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $27 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 19:32. The fastest train covers the 102 miles (165 km) distance in 2h 23m.
Distance 102 miles (165 km) |
Average train duration 2h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 2h 23m |
First train 4:30 AM |
Last train 7:32 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Hull Trains from Derby to London Stansted Airport trainsEast Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Hull Trains trains will get you between Derby and London Stansted Airport from $29. 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
Most Derby to London Stansted Airport trains use the Derby to London St Pancras International station pair. Use this guide to compare Derby and London Stansted 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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