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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Derby to Birmingham International Airport
Cheapest price on Sep 01
€11
Average ticket price on Sep 01
€41
Fastest journey on Sep 01
55 m
Average journey duration on Sep 01
56 m
Trains on Sep 01
36
Distance
55 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Derby 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 to Birmingham International Airport will cost around €41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €11.
On Tue, Sep 01, we found 36 trains from Derby to Birmingham International Airport, including 1 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 01 the direct trains cover the 55 km distance in an average of 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 55 m .
On Tue, Sep 01 the slowest trains will take 58 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.
G010007:13 AM0h59Derby station (DBY)8:12 AMBirmingham International (BHI)€111One-way0 transfers- G01176+
W338917:51 AM1h05Derby station (DBY)8:56 AMBirmingham International (BHI)€231One-way1 transfer - G01095+
G385487:38 AM1h13Derby station (DBY)8:51 AMBirmingham International (BHI)€231One-way1 transfer - G00767+W342688:10 PM1h10Derby station (DBY)9:20 PMBirmingham International (BHI)€321One-way1 transfer
- G01127+
Y809317:43 PM1h02Derby station (DBY)8:45 PMBirmingham International (BHI)€321One-way1 transfer
- G01140+W342719:31 AM0h55Derby station (DBY)10:26 AMBirmingham International (BHI)€711One-way1 transfer
- W29868+W3390311:31 AM0h55Derby station (DBY)12:26 PMBirmingham International (BHI)€711One-way1 transfer
- G01148+C013621:30 PM0h56Derby station (DBY)2:26 PMBirmingham International (BHI)€711One-way1 transfer
- G01180+G3855610:55 AM0h56Derby station (DBY)11:51 AMBirmingham International (BHI)€321One-way1 transfer
- W29937+G385704:53 PM0h58Derby station (DBY)5:51 PMBirmingham International (BHI)€321One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Derby to Birmingham International Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Derby to Birmingham International Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €19 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 21m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €19, while a train costs an average of €28.
Distance: 34 miles (55 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€28 Average price | €19 Average price Cheapest | €26 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 21m Average total duration Fastest 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 41m Average total duration 2h 11m 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 to Birmingham International Airport:
A bus is €9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Derby to Birmingham International Airport costing on average €28.
Other travel options to Birmingham International Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 11m.
You'll arrive about 10m sooner (51m by train vs 1h 1m by car). Tickets start at around €28 compared to roughly €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 to Birmingham International Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Derby to Birmingham International Airport trains for today, Monday, August 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:38 PM Derby | 1h07 | 7:45 PM Birmingham International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:53 PM Derby | 1h19 | 8:12 PM Birmingham International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:50 PM Derby | 1h19 | 11:09 PM Birmingham International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, September 1 | |||||
| G01000 | 7:13 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0h59 | 8:12 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01133+W34284 | 7:28 AM Derby station (DBY) | 1h03 | 8:31 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 transfer | |
| G01095+G38548 | 7:38 AM Derby station (DBY) | 1h13 | 8:51 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 transfer | |
| G01176+W33891 | 7:51 AM Derby station (DBY) | 1h05 | 8:56 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 transfer | |
| G00743+W34207 | 8:06 AM Derby station (DBY) | 1h20 | 9:26 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 transfer | |
| G01098+Y80835 | 8:42 AM Derby station (DBY) | 1h03 | 9:45 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 transfer | |
| W29925+W33940 | 8:53 AM Derby station (DBY) | 1h03 | 9:56 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 transfer | |
| G01140+W34271 | 9:31 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0h55 | 10:26 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 transfer | |
| G01101+G38552 | 9:41 AM Derby station (DBY) | 1h11 | 10:52 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 transfer | |
| G00747+W34265 | 10:07 AM Derby station (DBY) | 1h19 | 11:26 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 transfer | |
| W29862+W34233 | 10:31 AM Derby station (DBY) | 1h00 | 11:31 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 transfer | |
| G01102+Y80859 | 10:41 AM Derby station (DBY) | 1h04 | 11:45 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 transfer | |
| G01180+G38556 | 10:55 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0h56 | 11:51 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 transfer | |
| W29868+W33903 | 11:31 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0h55 | 12:26 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 transfer | |
| G01107+G38558 | 11:38 AM Derby station (DBY) | 1h14 | 12:52 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 transfer | |
| G00751+W33933 | 12:09 PM Derby station (DBY) | 1h17 | 1:26 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 transfer | |
| W29873+W33922 | 12:31 PM Derby station (DBY) | 1h00 | 1:31 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 transfer | |
| G01109+G38560 | 12:38 PM Derby station (DBY) | 1h15 | 1:53 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 transfer | |
| G01184+W33959 | 12:55 PM Derby station (DBY) | 1h01 | 1:56 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 transfer | |
| G01148+C01362 | 1:30 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0h56 | 2:26 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 transfer | |
| G01113+Y80895 | 1:40 PM Derby station (DBY) | 1h05 | 2:45 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 transfer | |
| G00755+W34060 | 2:10 PM Derby station (DBY) | 1h16 | 3:26 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 transfer | |
| W29884+W34236 | 2:31 PM Derby station (DBY) | 1h00 | 3:31 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 transfer | |
| G01114+Y80903 | 2:39 PM Derby station (DBY) | 1h06 | 3:45 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 transfer | |
| G01119+Y80917 | 4:38 PM Derby station (DBY) | 1h07 | 5:45 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 transfer | |
| W29937+G38570 | 4:53 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0h58 | 5:51 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 transfer | |
| G00761+C01365 | 5:09 PM Derby station (DBY) | 1h17 | 6:26 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 transfer | |
| G01161+W34152 | 5:31 PM Derby station (DBY) | 1h00 | 6:31 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 transfer | |
| G01122+C17906 | 5:39 PM Derby station (DBY) | 1h06 | 6:45 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 transfer | |
| G01188+G38572 | 5:53 PM Derby station (DBY) | 1h00 | 6:53 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 transfer | |
| W29909+W00587 | 6:31 PM Derby station (DBY) | 1h00 | 7:31 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 transfer | |
| G01124+Y80927 | 6:39 PM Derby station (DBY) | 1h06 | 7:45 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 transfer | |
| G66824+W34045 | 6:53 PM Derby station (DBY) | 1h03 | 7:56 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Derby to Birmingham International Airport
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Trains from Derby to Birmingham International Airport run on average 10 times per day, taking around 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €14 but you can travel from only €11 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 20:31. The fastest train covers the 34 miles (55 km) distance in 40m.
Distance 34 miles (55 km) |
Average train duration 51m |
Cheapest ticket price €14 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 40m |
First train 5:10 AM |
Last train 8:31 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry from Derby to Birmingham International Airport trainsCrossCountry trains will get you between Derby and Birmingham International Airport from €14. 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 to Birmingham International Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Derby to Birmingham International Airport
Most Derby to Birmingham International Airport trains use the Derby to Birmingham New Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Derby and Birmingham International Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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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