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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport to Derby station (DBY)
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£56
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£56
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
2 h 3 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
2 h 8 m
Trains on 05 Sept
6
Distance
74 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester 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 Manchester Airport to Derby station (DBY) will cost around £56 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £56.
To travel from Manchester Airport to Derby station (DBY) you need to make at least 2 changes.
C04349+
G01146+
G895608:172h10Manchester Airport (MIA)10:27Derby station (DBY)£561One-way2 changes- G01143+C21220+G861658:322h08Manchester Airport (MIA)10:40Derby station (DBY)£561One-way2 changes
- C04351+W29867+G895699:172h10Manchester Airport (MIA)11:27Derby station (DBY)£561One-way2 changes
- W29865+C21219+G861709:322h08Manchester Airport (MIA)11:40Derby station (DBY)£561One-way2 changes
W84664+G01179+G895648:482h03Manchester Airport (MIA)10:51Derby station (DBY)£561One-way2 changes
- W84664+G01179+G895648:482h03Manchester Airport (MIA)10:51Derby station (DBY)£561One-way2 changes
- G01143+C21220+G861658:322h08Manchester Airport (MIA)10:40Derby station (DBY)£561One-way2 changes
- W29865+C21219+G861709:322h08Manchester Airport (MIA)11:40Derby station (DBY)£561One-way2 changes
- C04349+G01146+G895608:172h10Manchester Airport (MIA)10:27Derby station (DBY)£561One-way2 changes
- C04351+W29867+G895699:172h10Manchester Airport (MIA)11:27Derby station (DBY)£561One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Manchester Airport to Derby station (DBY)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport to Derby station (DBY) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £12 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 15m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, while a train costs an average of £26.
Distance: 74 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£26 Average Price | £12 Average Price Cheapest | £15 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration 3h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester Airport to Derby station (DBY):
A coach is £14 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester Airport to Derby station (DBY) costing on average £26.
Other travel options to Derby station (DBY) take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 35m.
Tickets start at around £26 compared to roughly £15 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-10.69. The journey takes 1h 45m versus 1h 27m 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.
Live departures
Manchester Airport to Derby station (DBY) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport to Derby station (DBY) trains for tomorrow, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C04349+G89560+G01146 | 8:17 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h10 | 10:27 Derby station (DBY) | 2 changes | |
| C21220+G86165+G01143 | 8:32 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h08 | 10:40 Derby station (DBY) | 2 changes | |
| W84664+G89564+G01179 | 8:48 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h03 | 10:51 Derby station (DBY) | 2 changes | |
| C04351+W29867+G89569 | 9:17 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h10 | 11:27 Derby station (DBY) | 2 changes | |
| C21219+G86170+W29865 | 9:32 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h08 | 11:40 Derby station (DBY) | 2 changes | |
| W84671+W70794+G89573 | 9:48 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h18 | 12:06 Derby station (DBY) | 2 changes | |
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Compare prices and tickets Manchester Airport to Derby station (DBY) by train or coach
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express or Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Airport to Derby station (DBY).
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Airport to Derby station (DBY)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester Airport to Derby station (DBY) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:48, the last at 07:02. The fastest train covers the 74 km distance in 2h 18m.
Distance 74 km |
Average train duration 1h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 2h 18m |
First train 6:48 |
Last train 7:02 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Manchester Airport to Derby station (DBY) trainsEast Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Manchester Airport and Derby station (DBY) from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Manchester Airport to Derby station (DBY) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Airport and Derby station (DBY)
Most Manchester Airport to Derby station (DBY) trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Derby station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester 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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