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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Derby Riverlights Bus Station | Coach Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Derby Riverlights Bus Station | BHM Airport | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Derby Riverlights Bus Station | Coach Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Derby Riverlights Bus Station | Coach Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Derby Riverlights Bus Station | Coach Station | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Derby to Birmingham
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 R 163, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Derby and Birmingham?
Stops in Derby
- ACentral Bus Station, Morledge, Derby, Derby DE1 2AY, UK
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Morledge Bus Station
Noahs Ark Inn, 23 Morledge, Derby DE1 2AW, UK
Stops in Birmingham
- AMill Lane, Digbeth, Birmingham B5 6DD, United Kingdom
- C1 Hagley Rd W, Birmingham B17 8AL, UK
- D
67 Colmore Row
67 Colmore Row, Birmingham, B3, United Kingdom - E
A457
A457, Birmingham B3, UK - F
Aston University
10 Jennens Rd, Birmingham B4 7ET, UK
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The service received high praise from customers traveling between Derby and Birmingham. Despite a 15-minute delay in Derby, the journey was smooth and efficient. Customers appreciated the courteous drivers, convenient pickup/drop-off locations, and overall positive experience of traveling between cities with this service.
National Express Derby Birmingham recent customer reviews
As a family of four travelling from Derby to Birmingham, we were extremely happy with the service. The bus driver was friendly and we arrived on time.
Vera O.
Despite the coach arriving 15mins late at Derby, due to traffic conditions on the way, the journey was excellent down to Birmingham. Getting out of Derby, down the motorway & into Birmingham were done quite efficiently. Smooth drive by driver & very good pickup & drop off locations. A service like this is what's needed when travelling between cities.
Martin R.
It was so easy and comfortable I cannot think of any improvements. The drivers were very courteous and there was even a loo on board!
Stephen Brian S.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Derby to Birmingham by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Derby to Birmingham?
The cheapest bus tickets from Derby to Birmingham start at R 111. The average price for this route is around R 314. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Derby to Birmingham?
The average bus journey time from Derby to Birmingham is 3h 40m, covering a distance of 58 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 55m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Derby to Birmingham route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Derby to Birmingham?
The earliest bus departs from Derby to Birmingham at 00:55. And the latest bus departs at 20:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Derby to Birmingham?
A bus trip from Derby to Birmingham produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Derby to Birmingham was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 173To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Derby to Birmingham as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 173 to R 510 for a bus ticket from Derby to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 173, which is on 2025-12-16.
