4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Derby
Cheapest price
$8
Average price
$24
Fastest journey
30 m
Average duration
30 m
Trains per day
46
Distance
57 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Derby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Derby will cost around $24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $8.
Of the 46 trains that leave Birmingham for Derby on Wed, Jul 22, 46 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 22 the direct trains cover the 57 km distance in an average of 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 30 m .
On Wed, Jul 22 the slowest trains will take 31 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
G669826:03 AM0h39Birmingham New Street (BHM)6:42 AMDerby station (DBY)$81One-way0 transfers- G007164:25 PM0h33Birmingham New Street (BHM)4:58 PMDerby station (DBY)$171One-way0 transfers
- G0073910:27 AM0h30Birmingham New Street (BHM)10:57 AMDerby station (DBY)$171One-way0 transfers
- G0106210:03 AM0h38Birmingham New Street (BHM)10:41 AMDerby station (DBY)$171One-way0 transfers
- G007185:28 PM0h30Birmingham New Street (BHM)5:58 PMDerby station (DBY)$171One-way0 transfers
- G0073910:27 AM0h30Birmingham New Street (BHM)10:57 AMDerby station (DBY)$171One-way0 transfers
- G007185:28 PM0h30Birmingham New Street (BHM)5:58 PMDerby station (DBY)$171One-way0 transfers
- G007061:28 PM0h30Birmingham New Street (BHM)1:58 PMDerby station (DBY)$171One-way0 transfers
- G007102:28 PM0h30Birmingham New Street (BHM)2:58 PMDerby station (DBY)$171One-way0 transfers
- G007267:27 PM0h31Birmingham New Street (BHM)7:58 PMDerby station (DBY)$171One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Birmingham to Derby
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Derby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $6.
Distance: 35 miles (57 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$15 Average price | $13 Average price Cheapest | $27 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 10m Average total duration Fastest 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 37m Average total duration 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham to Derby:
A bus is $2 (€1) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham to Derby costing on average $15 (€12).
Other travel options to Derby take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 7m.
The journey is about 24m faster (40m by train vs 1h 4m by car) and roughly $12 (€10) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($15 (€12) vs $27 (€22)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with CrossCountry, Cross Country.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Birmingham to Derby train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Derby trains for today, Tuesday, July 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G01075 | Delayed 2:06 PM 3:03 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h33 | 3:36 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G66506 | On time 3:09 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h45 | 3:54 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01080 | Delayed 3:05 PM 4:03 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h38 | 4:41 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G66508 | On time 4:09 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h46 | 4:55 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00716 | On time 4:25 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h33 | 4:58 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00946 | On time 4:49 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h42 | 5:31 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01082 | On time 5:03 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h34 | 5:37 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G66510 | On time 5:09 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h46 | 5:55 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00718 | On time 5:28 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h30 | 5:58 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G66797 | On time 5:49 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h40 | 6:29 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01083 | On time 6:03 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h39 | 6:42 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00689 | On time 6:09 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h46 | 6:55 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00921 | On time 6:49 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h43 | 7:32 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00723 | On time 7:03 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h39 | 7:42 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G66513 | On time 7:09 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h43 | 7:52 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00726 | On time 7:27 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h31 | 7:58 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00691 | On time 11:09 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h45 | 11:54 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, July 22 | |||||
| G66982 | 6:03 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h39 | 6:42 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00675 | 6:09 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h46 | 6:55 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00676 | 6:49 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h40 | 7:29 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01055 | 7:03 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h38 | 7:41 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00678 | 7:09 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h49 | 7:58 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00681 | 7:49 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h41 | 8:30 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G66987 | 8:03 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h40 | 8:43 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00682 | 8:09 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h45 | 8:54 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00738 | 8:27 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h32 | 8:59 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00844 | 8:49 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h41 | 9:30 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01060 | 9:03 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h34 | 9:37 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00684 | 9:09 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h43 | 9:52 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00938 | 9:49 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h42 | 10:31 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01062 | 10:03 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h38 | 10:41 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G66494 | 10:09 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h43 | 10:52 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00739 | 10:27 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h30 | 10:57 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G66712 | 10:49 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h42 | 11:31 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01067 | 12:03 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h38 | 12:41 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G66499 | 12:09 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h44 | 12:53 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00701 | 12:25 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h31 | 12:56 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00941 | 12:49 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h41 | 1:30 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01069 | 1:03 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h33 | 1:36 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G66502 | 1:09 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h45 | 1:54 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00706 | 1:28 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h30 | 1:58 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00900 | 1:49 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h43 | 2:32 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01073 | 2:03 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h38 | 2:41 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G66504 | 2:09 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h44 | 2:53 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00710 | 2:28 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h30 | 2:58 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00947 | 2:49 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h41 | 3:30 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01075 | 3:03 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h33 | 3:36 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Derby
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Birmingham to Derby run on average 10 times per day, taking around 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:34, the last at 23:09. The fastest train covers the 35 miles (57 km) distance in 30m.
Distance 35 miles (57 km) |
Average train duration 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 30m |
First train 5:34 AM |
Last train 11:09 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Birmingham to Derby trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Birmingham and Derby from $6 (€5). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Birmingham to Derby
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Derby by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Derby, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Birmingham to Derby
Most Birmingham to Derby trains use the Birmingham New Street to Derby station pair, with some services arriving at Spondon. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Derby train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Birmingham International from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham International train station facilities and services
Birmingham International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham International.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham International: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham International: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Stechford from Birmingham city centre
Stechford is 5 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Stechford train station facilities and services
Stechford has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Stechford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stechford. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stechford: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Stechford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stechford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Derby station do trains from Birmingham arrive at?
Getting to Derby from Derby city centre
Derby is 1 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Derby train station facilities and services
Derby has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Derby.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Derby.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Derby.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Derby: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Derby: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Derby: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A step free station. This station has step free access. There are lifts to all platforms. There is a subway to platforms 2,3,4 and 5. Platforms 6 and 7 are accessed by lift only. This station has tactile paving at the edges of all platforms and at the foot and top of stairwells, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Spondon from Derby city centre
Spondon is 4 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Spondon train station facilities and services
Spondon has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Spondon.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Spondon: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Spondon: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Spondon: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. This station has a degree of step free access to the platform which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check for details. Level ramped access to both platforms from level crossing. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on IUP, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Peartree from Derby city centre
Peartree is 2 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Peartree train station facilities and services
Peartree has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Peartree.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Peartree: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Peartree: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Peartree: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to both platforms via ramps. These ramps have a very steep gradient. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edge of the platforms, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on IUP, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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