- Must visit
Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery
Leading city museum with fine art, archaeology, and Birmingham history collections in a landmark civic complex.
Cheapest price
$39
Average price
$39
Fastest journey
1 h 23 m
Average duration
1 h 23 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
54 km
The best way to find a cheap train 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 $39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $39.
Of the 1 trains that leave Derby for Marston Green on Thu, Aug 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct trains cover the 54 km distance in an average of 1 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 23 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest trains will take 1 h 23 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.


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 $20. 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 $20, and a train costs an average of $39.
Distance: 33 miles (54 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$39 Average price | $20 Average price Cheapest | $16 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 21m Average total duration Fastest 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 25m Average total duration 55m 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 $18 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Derby to Marston Green costing on average $39.
Other travel options to Marston Green take longer:
Bus takes on average 55m.
You'll arrive about 9m sooner (51m by train vs 1h 0m by car). Tickets start at around $39 compared to roughly $16 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.
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.
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Trains from Derby to Marston Green run on average 3 times per day, taking around 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $39 but you can travel from only $20 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:34, the last at 22:50. The fastest train covers the 33 miles (54 km) distance in 1h 23m.
Distance 33 miles (54 km) |
Average train duration 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $39 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 23m |
First train 5:34 AM |
Last train 10:50 PM |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
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Best time to book 2 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.
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Marston Green -> Birmingham New Street, Birmingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby to Marston Green 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 Marston Green, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Derby to Marston Green trains use the Derby to Birmingham International station pair. Use this guide to compare Derby and Marston Green train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Derby is 1 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Derby.
ATMs are available at Derby.
Ticket office support is available at Derby.
Available at Derby: Parking, WC.
Available at Derby: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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.
Spondon is 4 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Spondon has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Spondon.
Available at Spondon: Parking.
Available at Spondon: Bike Parking.
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.
Peartree is 2 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Peartree has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Peartree.
Available at Peartree: Parking.
Available at Peartree: Bike Parking.
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.
Marston Green has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Marston Green.
Ticket office support is available at Marston Green. 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.
Available at Marston Green: Parking.
Available at Marston Green: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Marston Green: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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