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Derby to Luton Airport Trains From £19.20

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Buy cheap train tickets from Derby to Luton Airport for just £19.20. Book in advance to secure the most affordable fare, instead of the average ticket price of £49.40. The train journey from Derby to Luton Airport typically takes approximately 1h 43m. You can expect a frequency of 33 trains available daily. For further information, please consult our Train Journey Planner and Train Timetable.

Derby to Luton Airport Train Prices and Times

To find the cheapest train tickets from Derby to Luton Airport, it is recommended to book in advance and avoid traveling during peak times. Compare train prices and times below for the best deals on rail fares.

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  1. 04:47
    Derby

    2h 22m

    No direct

    07:09
    Luton Airport
    Train C54530-1B04 is operated by East Midlands Railway. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain C25475-1H04 is operated by East Midlands Railway. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

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    From £19.20
  2. 05:30
    Derby

    2h 9m

    No direct

    07:39
    Luton Airport
    Train C54618-1C05 is operated by East Midlands Railway. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: MonTrain C54533-1B07 is operated by East Midlands Railway. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain C25488-1H06 is operated by East Midlands Railway. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

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    From £19.20
  3. 06:02
    Derby

    2h 7m

    No direct

    08:09
    Luton Airport
    Train C54622-1C08 is operated by East Midlands Railway. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain C54535-1B10 is operated by East Midlands Railway. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain C25467-1H08 is operated by East Midlands Railway. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

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    From £19.20
  4. 06:28
    Derby

    2h 11m

    No direct

    08:39
    Luton Airport
    Train C54626-1C11 is operated by East Midlands Railway. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain C54538-1B13 is operated by East Midlands Railway. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain C25463-1H10 is operated by East Midlands Railway. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    E-ticket

    From £19.20
  5. 07:05
    Derby

    2h 3m

    No direct

    09:08
    Luton Airport
    Train C54630-1C14 is operated by East Midlands Railway. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain C54541-1B16 is operated by East Midlands Railway. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain C25473-1H12 is operated by East Midlands Railway. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

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    From £19.20
  6. 07:33
    Derby

    2h 7m

    No direct

    09:40
    Luton Airport
    Train C54633-1C17 is operated by East Midlands Railway. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain C54544-1B19 is operated by East Midlands Railway. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain C25481-1H14 is operated by East Midlands Railway. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

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    From £19.20
  7. 08:06
    Derby

    2h 3m

    No direct

    10:09
    Luton Airport
    Train C54635-1C20 is operated by East Midlands Railway. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain C54546-1B22 is operated by East Midlands Railway. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain C25461-1H16 is operated by East Midlands Railway. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

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  8. 08:32
    Derby

    2h 7m

    No direct

    10:39
    Luton Airport
    Train C54639-1C23 is operated by East Midlands Railway. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain C54549-1B25 is operated by East Midlands Railway. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain C25485-1H18 is operated by East Midlands Railway. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

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    From £19.20
  9. 09:09
    Derby

    2h 0m

    No direct

    11:09
    Luton Airport
    Train C54642-1C26 is operated by East Midlands Railway. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain C54551-1B28 is operated by East Midlands Railway. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain C25482-1H20 is operated by East Midlands Railway. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

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    From £19.20
  10. 09:32
    Derby

    2h 7m

    No direct

    11:39
    Luton Airport
    Train C54645-1C29 is operated by East Midlands Railway. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain C54554-1B31 is operated by East Midlands Railway. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain C25472-1H22 is operated by East Midlands Railway. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

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    From £19.20
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    Derby to Luton Airport Train Route Details

    The Derby to Luton Airport train ticket is £19.20. The average travel time is 1h 43m, covering a distance of approximately 135 miles. There are usually 33 daily trains provided by East Midlands Railway. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table.

    First train
    04:40
    Last train
    22:20
    Departure station
    Derby
    Arrival station
    Luton Airport
    Journey time
    1h 43m
    Distance
    135 miles
    Price
    £19.20
    Train Operators
    East Midlands Railway

    Choose Derby to Luton Airport Train Ticket Types

    Find the train ticket type that best suits your travels from Derby to Luton Airport. Discover more about these ticket types and how they can help you save in our guides below.

    Off-Peak & Super-Off Peak train tickets

    Off-Peak & Super-Off Peak train tickets

    Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.

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    Return train tickets

    Return train tickets

    Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.

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    Advance train tickets

    Advance train tickets

    Typically the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.

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    Season train tickets

    Season train tickets

    Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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    Save 1/3 on Derby to Luton Airport Trains with Railcards

    Railcards offering up to 1/3 off Derby to Luton Airport train fares for eligible passengers. There are Student Railcards for young people, Senior Railcard for seniors, check below to find the railcard type that suits you best.

    TypeDiscount
    16-25 Railcard1/3 OFFFrom £49.40 Save £16.30
    26-30 Railcard1/3 OFFFrom £49.40 Save £16.30
    Two Together Railcard1/3 OFFFrom £49.40 Save £16.30
    Senior Railcard1/3 OFFFrom £49.40 Save £16.30

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    Book in Advance

    Book in Advance

    Advanced train tickets are typically the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.

    Group Travel

    Group Travel

    Get a 1/3 discount on Off-Peak tickets through GroupSave if you are travelling with a group of 3 to 9 adults.

    Season Tickets

    Season Tickets

    A weekly or monthly train pass which includes unlimited travel between two stations. It could help you save more than 1/3 on train fares.

    Flexi Travel

    Flexi Travel

    8 days of unlimited travel between two stations within a 28-day period.

    Derby to Luton Airport train FAQs

    • When is the first train from Derby to Luton Airport?

      The first train from Derby to Luton Airport is at 04:40.
    • Are there direct trains from Derby to Luton Airport?

      No, there is no direct train from Derby to Luton Airport, and passengers would need to make 3 changes during the journey.
    • How long is the train journey from Derby to Luton Airport ?

      The train journey from Derby to Luton Airport typically takes an average of 2h 13m, with the fastest journey duration being around 1h 43m.
    • How much is a train from Derby to Luton Airport ?

      The cost of a train from Derby to Luton Airport can vary, with the cheapest fare typically starting at £19.20 and the average price being around £49.40.
    • What times are off-peak trains from Derby to Luton Airport ?

      In general, the off-peak period typically starts after 09:30 and excludes the evening rush hours of 15:30–18:15 for travel to and from major cities. The specific times may differ depending on the route and train company, but generally, you can expect off-peak times to fall outside the usual commuting hours. For Transport for London, off-peak times are observed on weekdays from the first service until 06:30, from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.