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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport to Derby station (DBY)
Cheapest price
£70
Average price
£70
Fastest journey
2 h 50 m
Average duration
2 h 50 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
214 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Derby station (DBY) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Derby station (DBY) will cost around £70 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £70.
Of the 1 trains that leave London Gatwick Airport for Derby station (DBY) every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 214 km distance in an average of 2 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 50 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.
20:192h50London Gatwick Airport23:09Derby station (DBY)£701One-way0 changes
- 20:192h50London Gatwick Airport23:09Derby station (DBY)£701One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London Gatwick Airport to Derby station (DBY)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to Derby station (DBY) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £32.
Distance: 214 km
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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 Thameslink to find the best option for your trip from London Gatwick Airport to Derby station (DBY).
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Thameslink to find the best option for your trip from London Gatwick Airport to Derby station (DBY).
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to Derby station (DBY)
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Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Derby station (DBY) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £32 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 08:19, the last at 20:19. The fastest train covers the 214 km distance in 2h 49m.
Distance 214 km |
Average train duration 3h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 49m |
First train 8:19 |
Last train 20:19 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Thameslink from London Gatwick Airport to Derby station (DBY) trainsEast Midlands Railway, Thameslink trains will get you between London Gatwick Airport and Derby station (DBY) from £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: London Gatwick Airport to Derby station (DBY) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport to Derby station (DBY) 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 station (DBY), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in London Gatwick Airport and Derby station (DBY)
Most London Gatwick Airport to Derby station (DBY) trains use the London St Pancras International to Derby station pair. Use this guide to compare London Gatwick Airport and Derby station (DBY) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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