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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Derby station (DBY) to Birmingham International Airport
Cheapest price
$16
Average price
$32
Fastest journey
59 m
Average duration
1 h 2 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
55 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Derby station (DBY) to Birmingham International Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Derby station (DBY) to Birmingham International Airport will cost around $32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $16.
Of the 3 trains that leave Derby station (DBY) for Birmingham International Airport on Thu, May 14, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 14 the direct trains cover the 55 km distance in an average of 1 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 59 m .
On Thu, May 14 the slowest trains will take 1 h 4 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.
6:13 AM0h59Derby station (DBY)7:12 AMBirmingham International Airport$161One-way0 transfers- 8:41 AM1h04Derby station (DBY)9:45 AMBirmingham International Airport$391One-way0 transfers
- 9:41 AM1h04Derby station (DBY)10:45 AMBirmingham International Airport$401One-way0 transfers
- 6:13 AM0h59Derby station (DBY)7:12 AMBirmingham International Airport$161One-way0 transfers
- 9:41 AM1h04Derby station (DBY)10:45 AMBirmingham International Airport$401One-way0 transfers
- 8:41 AM1h04Derby station (DBY)9:45 AMBirmingham International Airport$391One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Derby station (DBY) to Birmingham International Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Derby station (DBY) to Birmingham International Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, and a train costs an average of $9.
Distance: 34 miles (55 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$34 Average price | $17 Average price Cheapest | $32 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 22m Average total duration Fastest 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 2m Average total duration 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Derby station (DBY) to Birmingham International Airport:
A bus is $16 (€13) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Derby station (DBY) to Birmingham International Airport costing on average $34 (€27).
Other travel options to Birmingham International Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 32m.
You'll arrive about 9m sooner (52m by train vs 1h 1m by car). Tickets start at around $34 (€27) compared to roughly $32 (€26) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Cross Country.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Derby station (DBY) to Birmingham International Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Derby station (DBY) to Birmingham International Airport trains for today, Wednesday, May 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C75094+ W02699 | Delayed 4:38 PM 5:31 PMDerby station (DBY) | 1h00 | 6:31 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, May 14 | |||||
| 6:13 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0h59 | 7:12 AM Birmingham International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:41 AM Derby station (DBY) | 1h04 | 9:45 AM Birmingham International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:41 AM Derby station (DBY) | 1h04 | 10:45 AM Birmingham International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Derby station (DBY) to Birmingham International Airport
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Trains from Derby station (DBY) to Birmingham International Airport run on average 8 times per day, taking around 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€8) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:13, the last at 16:10. The fastest train covers the 34 miles (55 km) distance in 57m.
Distance 34 miles (55 km) |
Average train duration 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€8) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 57m |
First train 6:13 AM |
Last train 4:10 PM |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Derby station (DBY) to Birmingham International Airport trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Derby station (DBY) and Birmingham International Airport from $9 (€8). 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 Derby station (DBY) to Birmingham International Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby station (DBY) to Birmingham International Airport 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 Birmingham International Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Derby station (DBY) to Birmingham International Airport
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:55 - 22:45 Saturday 04:55 - 22:45 Sunday 06:20 - 23:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, Platform 2/3 and Platform 4/6. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1, Platform 2/3 and Platform 4/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from Customer Reception upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Located in North Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the rear of the station, at the Pride Park exit
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