How much does a train ticket cost from Derby to Birmingham?

The cheapest train tickets from Derby to Birmingham start from £6. The average price for this train route is around £14. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Derby to Birmingham?

The average train journey time from Derby to Birmingham is 47m, covering a distance of 30 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 32m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators serve the Derby to Birmingham route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 27 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Derby to Birmingham?

The earliest train from Derby to Birmingham departs at 07:05. And the latest train departs at 22:56.

Train Derby to Birmingham from £5

Next train departures

Next departures from Derby to Birmingham on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:43	Willington	1h 12m	11:55	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	15:30	Derby	34m	16:04	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	07:05	Derby	51m	07:56	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	07:05	Derby	51m	07:56	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	07:28	Derby	38m	08:06	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures from Derby to Birmingham on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:43	Willington	43m	08:26	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	15:31	Derby	34m	16:05	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	07:13	Derby	43m	07:56	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	07:13	Derby	43m	07:56	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	07:28	Derby	38m	08:06	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures from Derby to Birmingham on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:50	Derby	34m	10:24	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	17:31	Derby	33m	18:04	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	09:50	Derby	34m	10:24	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	10:21	Derby	41m	11:02	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	10:52	Derby	35m	11:27	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures from Derby to Birmingham on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:43	Willington	1h 12m	11:55	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	15:31	Derby	33m	16:04	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	07:13	Derby	43m	07:56	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	07:13	Derby	43m	07:56	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	07:28	Derby	38m	08:06	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures from Derby to Birmingham on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:43	Willington	1h 12m	11:55	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	15:31	Derby	33m	16:04	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	07:13	Derby	43m	07:56	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	07:13	Derby	43m	07:56	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	07:28	Derby	38m	08:06	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures from Derby to Birmingham on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:43	Willington	1h 12m	11:55	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	15:31	Derby	33m	16:04	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	07:13	Derby	43m	07:56	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	07:13	Derby	43m	07:56	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	07:28	Derby	38m	08:06	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures from Derby to Birmingham on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:51	Derby	37m	08:28	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	15:31	Derby	33m	16:04	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	07:13	Derby	43m	07:56	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	07:13	Derby	43m	07:56	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	07:28	Derby	38m	08:06	Birmingham New Street	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Derby to Birmingham

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 2 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 10mAverage duration

35 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£5 - £30	Average duration3h 40m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£6 - £66	Average duration47m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£8 - £8	Average duration2h 10m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi4.1

Based on 44 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the value for money. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at £6

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Derby to Birmingham by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Derby to Birmingham?
The cheapest train tickets from Derby to Birmingham start from £6. The average price for this train route is around £14. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Derby to Birmingham?
The average train journey time from Derby to Birmingham is 47m, covering a distance of 30 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 32m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Derby to Birmingham route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 27 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Derby to Birmingham?
The earliest train from Derby to Birmingham departs at 07:05. And the latest train departs at 22:56.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

09/12

£10

10/12

£11

Today

£8

12/12

£10

13/12

£10

14/12

£11

15/12

£8

16/12

£8

The cheapest trip from Derby to Birmingham was searched and found on 11 Dec 2025 with a price of £8

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Derby to Birmingham as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £8 to £63 for a train ticket from Derby to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £8, which is on 2025-12-15.