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It takes an average of 3h 13m to travel from Derby to Manchester Airport by train, over a distance of around 46 miles (74 km). There are normally 102 trains per day travelling from Derby to Manchester Airport and tickets for this journey start from £8.70 when you book in advance.
| First train | 02:51 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:16 | |
| Departure station | Derby | |
| Arrival station | Manchester Airport | |
| Journey time | From 1h 58m | |
| Distance | 46 miles (74 km) | |
| Frequency | 102 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £8.70 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales |
Travelling from Derby to Manchester Airport by train
Looking to travel from Derby to Manchester Airport by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 3 hours 13 minutes to travel from Derby to Manchester Airport by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 1 hour 58 minutes though. You'll usually find 102 trains per day running along the 46 miles (74 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Manchester Airport, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales or East Midlands Railway to get to Manchester Airport. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Derby to Manchester Airport in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save, as advance tickets start from £8.70.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Derby to Manchester Airport?
The price of train tickets from Derby to Manchester Airport starts at £8.70 one-way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. Booking on the day is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or class.
1. Book in advance
2. Consider a Season Ticket
3. Use your Railcard
4. Split your tickets
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.