Crawley to Derby train with East Midlands Trains

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Crawley to Derby

Showing times and prices for 23 Dec

Cheapest price

£40

Average price

£102

Fastest journey

2 h 51 m

Average duration

2 h 54 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

220 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Crawley to Derby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Crawley to Derby will cost around £102 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £40.

Fast trains

Of the 3 trains that leave Crawley for Derby every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 220 km distance in an average of 2 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 51 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 h 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.

East Midlands Trains
08:083h00
Crawley
11:08Derby
£401One-way
0 changes
East Midlands Trains
06:392h51
Crawley
09:30Derby
£1041One-way
0 changes
East Midlands Trains
04:382h52
Crawley
07:30Derby
£1611One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Crawley to Derby

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Crawley to Derby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, and a train costs an average of £63.

Distance: 220 km

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Coach

£112

Average Price

£29

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Cheapest

3h 10m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 40m

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30m

Additional time*

6h 55m

Average total duration

6h 25m

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30m

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Live departures

Crawley to Derby train times

The table below shows live departures for Crawley to Derby trains for today, Monday 22 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 07:55
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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east_midlands_railway09:08 Crawley
3h00
12:08 Derby0 changesdirect
Tuesday 23 December
east_midlands_railway04:38 Crawley
2h52
07:30 Derby0 changesdirect
east_midlands_railway06:39 Crawley
2h51
09:30 Derby0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Crawley to Derby

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Trains from Crawley to Derby run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £63 but you can travel from only £29 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 03:40, the last at 22:20. The fastest train covers the 220 km distance in 2h 49m.

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 £29
Distance
220 km
Average train duration
2h 40m
Cheapest ticket price
£63
Trains per day
9
Fastest train
2h 49m
First train
03:40
Last train
22:20
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 £29

Train companies: East Midlands Trains, Thameslink from Crawley to Derby trainsEast Midlands Trains, Thameslink trains will get you between Crawley and Derby from £29. 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 49m
Cheapest Price
£33
East Midlands Trains frequency
7 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

Thameslink

About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 26m
Cheapest Price
£85
Thameslink frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

FAQs: Crawley to Derby train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Crawley 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.

FAQs
A day trip from Crawley to Derby is not feasible as the journey duration is 2h 49m. However, there are 9 train trips per day covering the 220 km distance.
To get from Crawley to Derby, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
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.
The train distance from Crawley to Derby is 220 km.
The train journey from Crawley to Derby covers a distance of 220 km and takes approximately 2h 49m. Trains run 9 per day.
The first train from Crawley to Derby leaves at 3:40.
The last train from Crawley to Derby departs at 22:20.
The train journey from Crawley to Derby offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, passing through the scenic countryside of the Midlands, with views of rolling hills and picturesque villages, making parts of the journey quite scenic.
Trains from Crawley to Derby run approximately 9 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Crawley to Derby.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Crawley to Derby.
Booking trains from Crawley to Derby in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
There is no night train service from Crawley to Derby.
The cost of a train ticket from Crawley to Derby can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £63, while the average price tends to be around £112.
The cheapest way to get from Crawley to Derby is by coach, costing approximately £29.
The train station in Crawley that goes to Derby is Gatwick Airport (GTW), and it arrives at Derby station (DBY).
Yes, you can take the train from Crawley to Derby.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Crawley and Derby

Crawley
Derby
The major train station for departures in Crawley is Three Bridges. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Three Bridges for your trip from Crawley to Derby.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 05:55 - 22:15 Sunday 06:40 - 20:45
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: YES
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Platforms 2 and 3
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Unheated waiting areas are available on platforms 2 and 3
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Outside station, alongside walkway between ticket office and gateline
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 06:10 - 20:20 Sunday 08:40 - 18:20
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting areas on both platforms
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage location: Station car park
  • Storage CCTV: Yes

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