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The cheapest and fastest trains from South Croydon to Derby
Showing times and prices for 06 May
Cheapest price
£72
Average price
£72
Fastest journey
2 h 5 m
Average duration
2 h 6 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
198 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from South Croydon to Derby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from South Croydon to Derby will cost around £72 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £72.
Fast trains
To travel from South Croydon to Derby you need to make at least one change.
8:512h17East Croydon11:08Derby£721One-way1 change- 9:212h06East Croydon11:27Derby£721One-way1 change
- 9:512h18East Croydon12:09Derby£721One-way1 change
- 10:212h06East Croydon12:27Derby£721One-way1 change
- 10:512h17East Croydon13:08Derby£721One-way1 change
- 13:212h05East Croydon15:26Derby£721One-way1 change
- 9:212h06East Croydon11:27Derby£721One-way1 change
- 10:212h06East Croydon12:27Derby£721One-way1 change
- 11:212h06East Croydon13:27Derby£721One-way1 change
- 12:212h06East Croydon14:27Derby£721One-way1 change
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East Midlands Railway as well as Thameslink offer trains services from South Croydon to Derby.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from South Croydon to Derby
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from South Croydon to Derby run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £72 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:07, the last at 21:34. The fastest train covers the 198 km distance in 2h 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
Distance 198 km |
Average train duration 2h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £72 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 2h 5m |
First train 4:07 |
Last train 21:34 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
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
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Thameslink from South Croydon to Derby trainsEast Midlands Railway, Thameslink trains will get you between South Croydon and Derby from £72. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
East Midlands Railway
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
East Midlands Railway frequency
12 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 5m
Cheapest Price
£72
Thameslink frequency
16 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: South Croydon to Derby train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from South Croydon 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 South Croydon to Derby can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £72, while the average price tends to be around £72.
The train journey from South Croydon to Derby covers a distance of 198 km and takes approximately 2h 5m. Trains run 12 per day.
The train distance from South Croydon to Derby is 198 km.
The first train from South Croydon to Derby leaves at 4:07.
The last train from South Croydon to Derby departs at 21:34.
Trains from South Croydon to Derby run approximately 12 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from South Croydon to Derby.
Yes, there is a direct train between South Croydon and Derby. The service operates 0 times per day, provided by East Midlands Railway.
To travel from South Croydon to Derby, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from South Croydon to Derby.
The train station in South Croydon that goes to Derby is Sanderstead (SNR), and it arrives at Derby station (DBY).
The cheapest way to get from South Croydon to Derby is by train, costing approximately £72.
Booking trains from South Croydon 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 South Croydon to Derby offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, passing through the picturesque countryside of the Midlands and featuring views of rolling hills and charming towns.
A day trip from South Croydon to Derby is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 5m. However, there are 7 trains per day covering a distance of 198 km.
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 South Croydon to Derby.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in South Croydon and Derby
South Croydon
Derby
The major train station for departures in South Croydon is Sanderstead. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Sanderstead for your trip from South Croydon to Derby.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 00:10 Saturday 05:50 - 23:35 Sunday 07:40 - 23:45
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: This is a Category B2 station: Level access to both platforms via separate entrances. Long access route between platforms via street, steep in places (over 400m and gradient above 1:10). Assistance Meeting Point is between the toilets on platform 1.
- 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: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 1, Left of the Booking Hall
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: A heated waiting area is available on the concourse and shelters on both platforms
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: To right of station building
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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 South Croydon.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWC
HotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar 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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