- Must visit
Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery
Leading city museum with fine art, archaeology, and Birmingham history collections in a landmark civic complex.
Cheapest price
€27
Average price
€27
Fastest journey
3 h 2 m
Average duration
3 h 2 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
54 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Derby to Marston Green is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Derby to Marston Green will cost around €27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €27.
It's difficult to get from Derby to Marston Green without transferring at least once.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Derby to Marston Green among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €17, and a train costs an average of €31.
Distance: 33 miles (54 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€17 Average price Cheapest | €32 Average price | €13 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 25m Average total duration 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 21m Average total duration Fastest 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Derby to Marston Green:
A bus is €15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Derby to Marston Green costing on average €32.
Other travel options to Marston Green take longer:
Bus takes on average 55m.
You'll arrive about 5m sooner (55m by bus vs 1h 0m by car). Tickets start at around €17 compared to roughly €13 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you're getting time back, skipping traffic and parking, and you can work or rest on board.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel splits across several people), want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:55AM | Arrival Time 05:27AM | Duration 3h32 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €17 |
The table below shows live departures for Derby to Marston Green buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:55 AM Derby | 3h02 | 4:57 AM Marston Green | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Derby to Marston Green run on average 1 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €17 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:55, the last at 22:55. The fastest bus covers the 33 miles (54 km) distance in 55m.
Distance 33 miles (54 km) |
Average bus duration 55m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 55m |
First bus 12:55 AM |
Last bus 10:55 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Marston Green — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Marston Green trip today.
Leading city museum with fine art, archaeology, and Birmingham history collections in a landmark civic complex.
Modern science museum featuring hands-on galleries, industrial heritage, and family-friendly exhibits in central Birmingham.
Historic Tudor house museum showing Elizabethan rooms, local stories, and one of Birmingham's oldest surviving homes.
Large country park beside Marston Green, ideal for lakeside walks, birdwatching, and escaping the nearby airport bustle.
Popular waterside leisure area around Pendigo Lake, with broad paths, event venues, and easy walks near the NEC.
Historic quarter with canals, converted warehouses, and lively public spaces, perfect for walking and architecture spotting.
Balti curry is a Birmingham speciality, cooked and served in a pressed-steel bowl. It reflects the region's South Asian heritage and is a local favourite.
Faggots and peas are a traditional Black Country dish of minced pork offal meatballs in gravy, often served with mushy peas and mash.
Pork scratchings are a classic West Midlands pub snack made from roasted pork rind. They are prized locally for their salty crunch.
Popular local eatery known for hearty breakfasts, sandwiches and café lunches in an easygoing neighbourhood setting.
Well-known village Indian restaurant serving curries, balti dishes and grilled favourites in a smart, relaxed setting.
Established pub-restaurant near the airport with British classics, Sunday roasts and a casual family-friendly atmosphere.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels near Birmingham Airport can raise costs, but local dining and rail links are fairly typical for the region.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Small change is fine in cafes.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby to Marston Green by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Marston Green, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Derby to Marston Green buses use the Derby, Bus Station to Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) station pair. Use this guide to compare Derby and Marston Green bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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