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Compare train and coach for Derby to Shirebrook
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Derby to Shirebrook among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 51m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, while a train costs an average of £33.
Distance: 36 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£33 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest | £7 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 55m Average total duration 2h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Derby to Shirebrook:
A coach is £25 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Derby to Shirebrook costing on average £33.
Other travel options to Shirebrook take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 25m.
Tickets start at around £33 compared to roughly £7 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-25.71. The journey takes 1h 21m versus 44m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Compare prices and tickets Derby to Shirebrook by train or coach
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Why should you book Derby to Shirebrook trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs East Midlands Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for East Midlands Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of east_midlands_trains or Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Derby to Shirebrook.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare East Midlands Railway with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Derby to Shirebrook.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Derby to Shirebrook.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Derby to Shirebrook
Trains from Derby to Shirebrook run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:27, the last at 23:02. The fastest train covers the 36 km distance in 1h 13m.
Distance 36 km |
Average train duration 1h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 13m |
First train 4:27 |
Last train 23:02 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country from Derby to Shirebrook trainsEast Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Derby and Shirebrook from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Derby to Shirebrook train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby to Shirebrook 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 Shirebrook, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Derby and Shirebrook
Most Derby to Shirebrook trains use the Derby to Shirebrook station pair. Use this guide to compare Derby and Shirebrook train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Derby station do trains to Shirebrook leave from?
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.
Which Shirebrook station do trains from Derby arrive at?
Getting to Shirebrook from Shirebrook city centre
Shirebrook train station facilities and services
Shirebrook has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Shirebrook.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Shirebrook: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Shirebrook: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Shirebrook: 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. Ramped access from road bridge This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on IUP, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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