The cheapest and fastest trains from London Stansted Airport to Derby
Cheapest price
$71
Average price
$86
Fastest journey
3 h 25 m
Average duration
3 h 30 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
165 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Stansted Airport to Derby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Stansted Airport to Derby will cost around $86 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $71.
It's difficult to get from London Stansted Airport to Derby without transferring at least 2 times.
XC076800 · C75393+
Y12259
XC076700 · C75395+
Y12264
LE673800 · F42728+
Tube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International+
Y12254
LE673400 · F42712+
Tube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International+
Y12259
LE673600 · F42720+
Tube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International+
Y12256
LE673800 · F42728+
Tube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International+
Y12254
LE673400 · F42712+
Tube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International+
Y12259
XC076800 · C75393+
Y12259
XC076700 · C75395+
Y12264
LE673600 · F42720+
Tube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International+
Y12256Travel Information
Compare train and bus for London Stansted Airport to Derby
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London Stansted Airport to Derby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $37. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $37, and a train costs an average of $29.
Distance: 102 miles (165 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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$118 Average price | $49 Average price Cheapest |
3h 16m Average total duration Fastest 2h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 34m Average total duration 4h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Stansted Airport to Derby train times
The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to Derby trains for tomorrow, Saturday, February 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
LE673800 · F42728+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International+ Y12254 | On time 6:02 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h25 | 9:27 AM Derby station (DBY) | 3 transfers | |
LE673600 · F42720+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International+ Y12256 | On time 6:32 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h36 | 10:08 AM Derby station (DBY) | 3 transfers | |
XC076800 · C75393+ Y12259 | On time 6:55 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h32 | 10:27 AM Derby station (DBY) | 2 transfers | |
LE673400 · F42712+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International+ Y12259 | On time 7:02 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h25 | 10:27 AM Derby station (DBY) | 3 transfers | |
LE673200 · F42702+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London St Pancras International+ Y12261 | On time 7:32 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h36 | 11:08 AM Derby station (DBY) | 3 transfers | |
XC076700 · C75395+ Y12264 | On time 7:55 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h32 | 11:27 AM Derby station (DBY) | 2 transfers | |
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Why book with Omio vs East Midlands Trains?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for East Midlands Trains, but also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains or Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from London Stansted Airport to Derby.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains or Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from London Stansted Airport to Derby.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from London Stansted Airport to Derby.
Journey information
Overview: Train from London Stansted Airport to Derby
Trains from London Stansted Airport to Derby run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $29 (€23) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:18, the last at 20:11. The fastest train covers the 102 miles (165 km) distance in 2h 57m.
Distance 102 miles (165 km) |
Average train duration 2h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€23) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 57m |
First train 06:18 |
Last train 20:11 |
Train companies: East Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Cross Country from London Stansted Airport to Derby trainsEast Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Cross Country trains will get you between London Stansted Airport and Derby from $29 (€23). 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 London Stansted Airport to Derby
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Stansted Airport to Derby 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 Derby, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from London Stansted Airport to Derby
- 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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