The cheapest and fastest trains from Stockport to Derby
Cheapest price
$25
Average price
$36
Fastest journey
1 h 27 m
Average duration
1 h 28 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
71 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stockport to Derby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stockport to Derby will cost around $36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
Of the 4 trains that leave Stockport for Derby on Sat, Jun 20, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 71 km distance in an average of 1 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 27 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 1 h 28 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.
7:13 PM1h27Stockport8:40 PMDerby$251One-way0 transfers
8:13 AM1h27Stockport9:40 AMDerby$341One-way0 transfers
8:12 AM1h28Stockport9:40 AMDerby$431One-way0 transfers
7:12 AM1h28Stockport8:40 AMDerby$431One-way0 transfers
7:13 PM1h27Stockport8:40 PMDerby$251One-way0 transfers
8:13 AM1h27Stockport9:40 AMDerby$341One-way0 transfers
8:12 AM1h28Stockport9:40 AMDerby$431One-way0 transfers
7:12 AM1h28Stockport8:40 AMDerby$431One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Stockport to Derby
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stockport to Derby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, and a train costs an average of $15.
Distance: 44 miles (71 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$34 Average price | $19 Average price Cheapest | $19 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 47m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 4m Average total duration 6h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Stockport to Derby:
A bus is $15 (€12) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stockport to Derby costing on average $34 (€28).
Other travel options to Derby take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 34m.
You'll arrive about 18m sooner (1h 17m by train vs 1h 35m by car). Tickets start at around $34 (€28) compared to roughly $19 (€15) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Stockport to Derby train times
The table below shows live departures for Stockport to Derby trains for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:12 AM Stockport | 1h28 | 8:40 AM Derby | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:12 AM Stockport | 1h28 | 9:40 AM Derby | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:13 AM Stockport | 1h27 | 9:40 AM Derby | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why book with Omio vs East Midlands Railway?
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Stockport to Derby.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Stockport to Derby
Trains from Stockport to Derby run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 22:40. The fastest train covers the 44 miles (71 km) distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 44 miles (71 km) |
Average train duration 1h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 20m |
First train 12:09 AM |
Last train 10:40 PM |
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Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Stockport to Derby trainsEast Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Stockport and Derby from $15 (€12). 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 Stockport to Derby
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stockport 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 Stockport to Derby
Most Stockport to Derby trains use the Stockport to Derby station pair, with some services arriving at Peartree. Use this guide to compare Stockport and Derby train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Stockport station do trains to Derby leave from?
Getting to Stockport from Stockport city centre
Stockport train station facilities and services
Stockport has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Stockport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Stockport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stockport. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stockport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stockport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stockport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform Lifts are available to all platforms via the station subway, 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 Heald Green from Stockport city centre
Heald Green is 6 km from Stockport city centre. Public transport options include:
Heald Green train station facilities and services
Heald Green has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Heald Green.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heald Green.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heald Green: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Heald Green: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heald Green: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Scooter Friendly Station - platform 1 is accessed from the car park, platform 2 is accessed via a long ramp, 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Heaton Chapel from Stockport city centre
Heaton Chapel is 2 km from Stockport city centre. Public transport options include:
Heaton Chapel train station facilities and services
Heaton Chapel has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Heaton Chapel.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heaton Chapel.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heaton Chapel: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Heaton Chapel: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heaton Chapel: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Scooter Friendly Station - Services towards Manchester (platform 2) : From Heaton Moor Road, up 1 step into the ticket hall, turn right down 18 steps and then a further 25 steps onto the platform. When the ticket hall is closed use the entrance on Tatton Road North (30 paces from the junction of Heaton Moor Road) down a ramp (63 paces, 1:7 slope) onto the platform. Services towards Stockport (platform 1) : Either use the entrance at the junction of Heaton Moor Road and Edgerton Road North, through a 5ft wide gate and down 41 steps onto the platform, or level access is available 200 paces down Edgerton Road North from Heaton Moor Road along a ramp (26 paces, 1:7 slope) onto the platform, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Derby station do trains from Stockport arrive at?
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 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.
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.
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