- Recommended
House on the Hill Toy Museum
Large toy museum at Mountfitchet Castle with extensive displays of dolls, model railways, and vintage toys; a family-friendly local favorite near Stansted.
Cheapest price
$132
Average price
$201
Fastest journey
2 h 59 m
Average duration
3 h 5 m
Trains per day
6
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 $201 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $132.
It's difficult to get from Derby station (DBY) to London Stansted Airport without transferring at least once.
C21667+
G00841
G00682+
C04344+
P66833
W70775+
Tube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale+
P66366
C21675+
Tube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale+
P66323
G01098+
W33955+
Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Hale+
P66360
W70775+
Tube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale+
P66366
C21675+
Tube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale+
P66323
C21667+
P02923+
Tube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale
C21667+
G00841
G01098+
W33955+
Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Hale+
P66360Omio 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 $39. 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 $39, and a train costs an average of $27.
Distance: 101 miles (164 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$112 Average price | $48 Average price Cheapest | $45 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 $63 (€52) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Derby station (DBY) to London Stansted Airport costing on average $112 (€92).
Other travel options to London Stansted Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 56m.
Tickets start at around $112 (€92) compared to roughly $45 (€37) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-66.54 (€-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.
The table below shows live departures for Derby station (DBY) to London Stansted Airport trains for tomorrow, Monday, June 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C21675+ Tube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale+ P66323 | 8:06 AM Derby station (DBY) | 3h01 | 11:07 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
C21667+ G00841 | 8:32 AM Derby station (DBY) | 3h08 | 11:40 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 transfer | |
C21667+ Tube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale+ P02923 | 8:32 AM Derby station (DBY) | 3h05 | 11:37 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
G01098+ W33955+ Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Hale+ P66360 | 8:42 AM Derby station (DBY) | 3h13 | 11:55 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 transfers | |
G00682+ C04344+ P66833 | 9:00 AM Derby station (DBY) | 3h20 | 12:20 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
W70775+ Tube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale+ P66366 | 9:08 AM Derby station (DBY) | 2h59 | 12:07 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
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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 |
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Large toy museum at Mountfitchet Castle with extensive displays of dolls, model railways, and vintage toys; a family-friendly local favorite near Stansted.
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Well-regarded gallery in Saffron Walden focused on north-west Essex artists, including works linked to the Great Bardfield group.
National Trust forest with lakes, ancient woodland, and easy walking trails directly beside Stansted Airport; ideal for a short nature break before or after a flight.
Vast ancient woodland stretching across Essex and Greater London, valued for scenic walking, cycling, and a strong sense of escape from urban areas.
Historic village area with timber-framed buildings, independent shops, and a traditional Essex atmosphere close to the airport.
Britain’s classic takeaway of battered white fish with chips, often served with mushy peas and tartar sauce.
A traditional hearty breakfast with eggs, sausages, bacon, beans, mushrooms, grilled tomato, and toast.
A traditional pub meal of cheese, bread, pickle, salad, and often chutney; simple and distinctly English.
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An established local pub near Stansted known for classic British dishes, beers, and a casual village atmosphere.
A popular airport dining option offering all-day meals in a lively casual setting within Stansted Airport.
Airport prices are higher than nearby towns. Snacks and coffee are costly, while sit-down meals are notably expensive for most travellers.
Service is often included or optional. Round up for cafes, tip 10-12.5% in restaurants if service is good, and round up taxi fares.
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