What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Derby?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Derby is to rideshare which costs £4 and takes 1h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham to Derby?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Derby is to train which takes 42 min and costs £8 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Derby?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Birmingham Coach Station station and arriving at Bus Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Derby?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Derby. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 42 min.

How far is it from Birmingham to Derby?

The distance between Birmingham and Derby is 41 miles. The road distance is 40.8 miles.

How do I travel from Birmingham to Derby without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Derby without a car is to train which takes 42 min and costs £8 - £26.

How long does it take to get from Birmingham to Derby?

The train from Birmingham New Street to Derby takes 42 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Derby bus from?

Birmingham to Derby bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Derby train from?

Birmingham to Derby train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Birmingham to Derby?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Derby is to train which takes 42 min and costs £8 - £26. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 - £21 and takes 1h 5m.

Where does the Birmingham to Derby bus arrive?

Birmingham to Derby bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Birmingham to Derby train arrive?

Birmingham to Derby train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Derby station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Derby?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Derby is 41 miles. It takes approximately 51 min to drive from Birmingham to Derby.

How do I get a train ticket from Birmingham to Derby?

Book your Birmingham to Derby train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Birmingham to Derby?

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Where can I stay near Derby?

There are 2094+ hotels available in Derby.

Can I share a ride from Birmingham to Derby?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Birmingham and Derby. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Birmingham to Derby - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Birmingham to Derby by train, bus, rideshare, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to DerbyBirmingham New Street - Nottingham / ...
42 min
£8–26
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station134 / ...
1h 5m
£2–21
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Birmingham to Derby40 mi
1h 7m
£4
Drive 40.6 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham to Derby40.6 mi
51 min
£10–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Birmingham to Derby40.6 mi
51 min
£90–110

Birmingham to Derby by train

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Distance: 41.1 mi
Duration: 42 min

What companies run services between Birmingham, England and Derby, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Derby every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £8–26 and the journey takes 42 min. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost £9–21 and the journey takes 1h 5m. Eurobus SK also services this route 4 times a week.

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