Derby to London St Pancras International Trains From £23.60*

The journey from Derby to London St Pancras International takes precisely one hour and fifty-six minutes with East Midlands Railway. The trip will take you from the serene countryside of Derbyshire, Leicestershire, and Northamptonshire before pressing on into Greater London and finally arriving at London Euston Station in Camden.

East Midlands Railway connects the Midlands with the rest of the UK and beyond. It joins towns and cities in the Midlands with other major UK destinations such as London and Manchester.

Departing from Derby

Derby Train Station is an easily accessible station, being just over a fifteen-minute walk from Derby City Centre. You can get a local taxi or bus from the city centre to the station, which will drop you off at the station’s forecourt.

East Midlands Railway and CrossCountry are the primary rail operators at this station. East Midlands Railway offers services to London St Pancras International, along with regional routes to Crewe, Nottingham, and Sheffield. CrossCountry connects passengers to destinations such as Edinburgh Waverley, Plymouth, and Nottingham, ensuring comprehensive travel options.

Main stops

When travelling from Derby to London St Pancras International, there are usually seven stops along the route. These stops are Long Eaton, East Midlands Parkway, Loughborough, Leicester, Market Harborough, Kettering, and Luton Airport Parkway. These stops may change due to a variety of factors, such as scheduling alterations, train faults, engineering works, or simply because of poor weather. It’s best to check before you travel to avoid disappointment.

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Arriving at London St Pancras International

The trains arrive at London St Pancras International, situated on Euston Road in the Borough of Camden. This major station is served by leading rail operators such as East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, Southeastern, and Eurostar, providing connections to key destinations, including Nottingham, Brighton, and Kent, as well as international locations like Paris and Brussels via Eurostar. As one of the UK's only international rail links, St Pancras International is an essential hub for travellers heading to Europe.

St Pancras is also just a stone’s throw away from London Kings Cross Station, and its subsequent London Underground station, which is a super handy station that runs on the Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan, Northern, Piccadilly, and Victoria lines. So, it can easily get you around London in a flash. There are also numerous local buses and taxis available along Euston Road.

There are plenty of things to do near London St Pancras International, one of which is actually built into the station. It’s the St Pancras Renaissance Hotel, a five-star hotel that’s built into the original 1873 terminal building. The station is also conveniently located just one mile from the British Museum in Bloomsbury and two miles from the National Gallery.

East Midlands Railway train classes

• Standard Class: Standard Class is the most popular and budget-friendly choice, and it offers comfortable seating. Passengers also benefit from complimentary Wi-Fi and convenient plug sockets for all devices.

East Midlands Railway train travel advice

• Luggage: Each person is limited to bringing two items: a maximum of one large luggage compartment (with a maximum size of 90x70x30cm), and one small luggage bag or suitcase.
• Pets: Dogs, cats, and other small animals can travel for free. Dogs must be on a lead. Other animals must travel in carriers. There is a maximum of two pets per passenger.
• Bicycles: Reservations are highly recommended, as each train has only two cycle spaces. To avoid disappointment, it’s best to book early.
• Children: Under 5s can travel for free, and children aged 5 to 15 can save 50% on their tickets. The Family & Friends Railcard offers up to 1/3 off family ticket costs.
• Passenger Assist: Assist with journey planning, ticket selection, fare reductions, and train seat bookings. We provide help with boarding, alighting, luggage handling, and transferring between trains.

*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.