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Compare train for Bishop's Stortford to Derby
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bishop's Stortford to Derby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £41. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £41, and a train costs an average of £68.
Distance: 161 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£68 Average Price | £41 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 51m Average total duration Fastest 2h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Journey information
Overview: Train from Bishop's Stortford to Derby
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bishop's Stortford to Derby run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £68 but you can travel from only £41 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:00, the last at 21:34. The fastest train covers the 161 km distance in 6h 5m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £41
Distance 161 km |
Average train duration 2h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £68 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 5m |
First train 04:00 |
Last train 21:34 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £41
Train companies: East Midlands Trains from Bishop's Stortford to Derby trainsEast Midlands Trains trains will get you between Bishop's Stortford and Derby from £41. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
East Midlands Trains
About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 43m
Cheapest Price
£28
East Midlands Trains frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone
FAQs: Bishop's Stortford to Derby train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bishop's Stortford 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Bishop's Stortford to Derby can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £68, while the average price tends to be around £68.
The train journey from Bishop's Stortford to Derby covers a distance of 161 km and takes approximately 6h 5m. Trains run 5 per day.
The first train from Bishop's Stortford to Derby leaves at 4:00.
The train distance from Bishop's Stortford to Derby is 161 km.
The last train from Bishop's Stortford to Derby departs at 21:34.
Trains from Bishop's Stortford to Derby run approximately 5 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Bishop's Stortford to Derby.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Bishop's Stortford to Derby.
To travel from Bishop's Stortford to Derby, you can take a .
There is no night train service from Bishop's Stortford to Derby.
The train station in Bishop's Stortford that goes to Derby is Bishop's Stortford station (BIS), and it arrives at Derby station (DBY).
The cheapest way to get from Bishop's Stortford to Derby is by coach, costing approximately £41.
Booking trains from Bishop's Stortford to Derby in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Bishop's Stortford to Derby offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, featuring picturesque countryside views, charming villages, and stretches of farmland, making it a generally pleasant experience for those who enjoy scenic travel.
A day trip from Bishop's Stortford to Derby is not feasible as the journey takes 6h 5m. Trains run 3 times per day.
For a well-rounded experience in Derby, two to three days are generally sufficient. This allows time to explore key attractions such as the Derby Museum and Art Gallery, the Derby Cathedral, and nearby Peak District for outdoor activities.
Yes, you can take the train from Bishop's Stortford to Derby.
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Important Stations and Airports in Bishop's Stortford and Derby
Bishop's Stortford
Derby
The major train station for departures in Bishop's Stortford is Bishop's Stortford. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bishop's Stortford for your trip from Bishop's Stortford to Derby.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:00 Sunday 09:00 - 18:00
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Newsagent
Parking
- Car Park: Premium Bay
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- 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: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The accessible (radar key) toilets are located on each platform. Toilets are open during staffing hours only
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On station forecourt
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
Public transport options for Bishop's Stortford
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops outside station on new link road.
The major train station for arrivals in Derby is Derby. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Derby for your journey to Derby from Bishop's Stortford.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWC
HotelTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:55 - 22:45 Saturday 04:55 - 22:45 Sunday 06:20 - 23:00
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Located in North Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Derby
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the rear of the station, at the Pride Park exit
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