The cheapest and fastest trains from Syston to Derby
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
39 m
Average duration
48 m
Trains per day
31
Distance
38 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Syston to Derby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Syston to Derby will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
To travel from Syston to Derby you need to make at least one change.
23:001h07Syston0:07Derby£121One-way1 change
8:480h59Syston9:47Derby£141One-way1 change
9:391h07Syston10:46Derby£141One-way1 change
10:391h07Syston11:46Derby£141One-way1 change
11:401h06Syston12:46Derby£141One-way1 change
21:490h39Syston22:28Derby£151One-way1 change
22:270h42Syston23:09Derby£151One-way1 change
13:140h53Syston14:07Derby£151One-way1 change
15:140h53Syston16:07Derby£151One-way1 change
10:140h54Syston11:08Derby£151One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Syston to Derby
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Syston to Derby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 38 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£11 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 15m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 25m Average total duration 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Syston to Derby train times
The table below shows live departures for Syston to Derby trains for tomorrow, Friday 17 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:14 Syston | 0h59 | 8:13 Derby | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:47 Syston | 1h19 | 9:06 Derby | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:10 Syston | 0h59 | 9:09 Derby | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:48 Syston | 0h59 | 9:47 Derby | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:10 Syston | 1h00 | 10:10 Derby | 1 change |
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Compare prices and tickets Syston to Derby by train or coach
Compare train and coach prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Why should you book Syston to Derby 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 to find the best option for your trip from Syston to Derby.
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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 Syston to Derby.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Syston to Derby
Trains from Syston to Derby run on average 6 times per day, taking around 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:04, the last at 21:18. The fastest train covers the 38 km distance in 45m.
Distance 38 km |
Average train duration 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 45m |
First train 4:04 |
Last train 21:18 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains from Syston to Derby trainsEast Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Syston and Derby from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Syston to Derby train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Syston 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Syston and Derby
Most Syston to Derby trains use the Syston to Derby station pair. Use this guide to compare Syston and Derby train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Syston station do trains to Derby leave from?
Getting to Syston from Syston city centre
Syston is 1 km from Syston city centre. Public transport options include:
Syston train station facilities and services
Syston has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food options include: Occasions Tearooms
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Syston.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Syston: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Syston: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Syston: 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. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on the station information poster, 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.
Which Derby station do trains from Syston arrive at?
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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