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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Derby station (DBY) to London Stansted Airport
Cheapest price
$133
Average price
$134
Fastest journey
3 h 20 m
Average duration
3 h 20 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
164 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Derby station (DBY) 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 station (DBY) to London Stansted Airport will cost around $134 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $133.
Of the 2 trains that leave Derby station (DBY) for London Stansted Airport on Thu, May 14, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 14 the direct trains cover the 164 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, May 14 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.
8:00 AM3h20Derby station (DBY)11:20 AMLondon Stansted Airport$1331One-way0 transfers- 9:00 AM3h20Derby station (DBY)12:20 PMLondon Stansted Airport$1351One-way0 transfers
- 9:00 AM3h20Derby station (DBY)12:20 PMLondon Stansted Airport$1351One-way0 transfers
- 8:00 AM3h20Derby station (DBY)11:20 AMLondon Stansted Airport$1331One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Derby station (DBY) to London Stansted Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Derby station (DBY) to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $40. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $40, and a train costs an average of $27.
Distance: 101 miles (164 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$115 Average price | $50 Average price Cheapest | $46 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 25m Average total duration Fastest 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 26m Average total duration 3h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 25m 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 station (DBY) to London Stansted Airport:
A bus is $65 (€52) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Derby station (DBY) to London Stansted Airport costing on average $115 (€92).
Other travel options to London Stansted Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 56m.
Tickets start at around $115 (€92) compared to roughly $46 (€37) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-68.40 (€-54.86). The journey takes 2h 55m versus 2h 25m 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 station (DBY) to London Stansted Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Derby station (DBY) to London Stansted Airport trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:00 AM Derby station (DBY) | 3h20 | 11:20 AM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:00 AM Derby station (DBY) | 3h20 | 12:20 PM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Derby station (DBY) to London Stansted Airport
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Trains from Derby station (DBY) to London Stansted Airport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $27 (€22) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:28, the last at 12:26. The fastest train covers the 101 miles (164 km) distance in 3h 8m.
Distance 101 miles (164 km) |
Average train duration 2h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€22) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 8m |
First train 6:28 AM |
Last train 12:26 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway from Derby station (DBY) to London Stansted Airport trainsCrossCountry, East Midlands Railway trains will get you between Derby station (DBY) and London Stansted Airport from $27 (€22). 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 station (DBY) to London Stansted Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby station (DBY) 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.
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Popular train stations from Derby station (DBY) to London Stansted Airport
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- 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
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