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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from York to Derby
Cheapest price
$29
Average price
$53
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 29 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
118 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from York to Derby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from York to Derby will cost around $53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.
Of the 5 trains that leave York for Derby on Mon, Jun 22, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 118 km distance in an average of 1 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 1 h 45 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.
5:24 AM1h25York6:49 AMDerby$291One-way0 transfers- 5:42 AM1h44York7:26 AMDerby$381One-way0 transfers
- 1:36 PM1h16York2:52 PMDerby$391One-way0 transfers
- 11:36 AM1h15York12:51 PMDerby$721One-way0 transfers
- 9:42 AM1h45York11:27 AMDerby$891One-way0 transfers
- 11:36 AM1h15York12:51 PMDerby$721One-way0 transfers
- 1:36 PM1h16York2:52 PMDerby$391One-way0 transfers
- 5:24 AM1h25York6:49 AMDerby$291One-way0 transfers
- 5:42 AM1h44York7:26 AMDerby$381One-way0 transfers
- 9:42 AM1h45York11:27 AMDerby$891One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for York to Derby
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from York to Derby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a train costs an average of $16.
Distance: 73 miles (118 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$38 Average price | $28 Average price Cheapest | $32 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 24m Average total duration 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from York to Derby:
A bus is $10 (€8) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from York to Derby costing on average $38 (€31).
Other travel options to Derby take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 54m.
You'll arrive about 14m sooner (1h 35m by train vs 1h 49m by car). Tickets start at around $38 (€31) compared to roughly $32 (€26) 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.
Direct services run with Cross Country.
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.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) or Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from York to Derby.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trip or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) or Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from York to Derby.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from York to Derby.
Journey information
Overview: Train from York to Derby
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from York to Derby run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 22:50. The fastest train covers the 73 miles (118 km) distance in 1h 15m.
Distance 73 miles (118 km) |
Average train duration 1h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 15m |
First train 4:40 AM |
Last train 10:50 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, TransPennine Express from York to Derby trainsCrossCountry, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, TransPennine Express trains will get you between York and Derby from $11 (€9). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
CrossCountry
Northern Rail
East Midlands Railway
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
Cross Country
TransPennine Express
FAQs: Trains from York to Derby
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from York 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 York to Derby
Most York to Derby trains use the York to Derby station pair, with some services arriving at Spondon. Use this guide to compare York and Derby train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which York station do trains to Derby leave from?
Getting to York from York city centre
York train station facilities and services
York has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at York.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at York. ATMs are available at York.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at York.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at York: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at York: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at York: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Derby station do trains from York 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 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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