How much is the train ticket from Derby to Birmingham?

The cheapest train tickets from Derby to Birmingham start from $7. The average price for this train route is around $18. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Derby to Birmingham?

The average train ride duration from Derby to Birmingham is 47m, covering a distance of 30 miles (48 km). The quickest train can get you there in 32m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators service the Derby to Birmingham route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Derby to Birmingham?

The earliest train departs from Derby to Birmingham at 7:05am. And the latest train departs at 10:56pm.

Train Derby to Birmingham from $6

Next train departures

Next departures for Derby to Birmingham on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:43am	Willington	1h 12m	11:55am	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	3:30pm	Derby	34m	4:04pm	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	7:05am	Derby	51m	7:56am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:05am	Derby	51m	7:56am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:28am	Derby	38m	8:06am	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures for Derby to Birmingham on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:43am	Willington	43m	8:26am	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	3:31pm	Derby	34m	4:05pm	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	7:13am	Derby	43m	7:56am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:13am	Derby	43m	7:56am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:28am	Derby	38m	8:06am	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures for Derby to Birmingham on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:50am	Derby	34m	10:24am	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	5:31pm	Derby	33m	6:04pm	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	9:50am	Derby	34m	10:24am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	10:21am	Derby	41m	11:02am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	10:52am	Derby	35m	11:27am	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures for Derby to Birmingham on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:43am	Willington	1h 12m	11:55am	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	3:31pm	Derby	33m	4:04pm	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	7:13am	Derby	43m	7:56am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:13am	Derby	43m	7:56am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:28am	Derby	38m	8:06am	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures for Derby to Birmingham on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:43am	Willington	1h 12m	11:55am	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	3:31pm	Derby	33m	4:04pm	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	7:13am	Derby	43m	7:56am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:13am	Derby	43m	7:56am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:28am	Derby	38m	8:06am	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures for Derby to Birmingham on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:43am	Willington	1h 12m	11:55am	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	3:31pm	Derby	33m	4:04pm	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	7:13am	Derby	43m	7:56am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:13am	Derby	43m	7:56am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:28am	Derby	38m	8:06am	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures for Derby to Birmingham on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:51am	Derby	37m	8:28am	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	3:31pm	Derby	33m	4:04pm	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	7:13am	Derby	43m	7:56am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:13am	Derby	43m	7:56am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:28am	Derby	38m	8:06am	Birmingham New Street	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Derby to Birmingham

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 2 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $10, 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$7 - $39	Average Duration3h 40m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$7 - $86	Average Duration47m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$10 - $10	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. Travelers 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 $7

Train and bus companies in GB:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Derby to Birmingham by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Derby to Birmingham?
The cheapest train tickets from Derby to Birmingham start from $7. The average price for this train route is around $18. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Derby to Birmingham?
The average train ride duration from Derby to Birmingham is 47m, covering a distance of 30 miles (48 km). The quickest train can get you there in 32m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators service the Derby to Birmingham route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 27 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Derby to Birmingham?
The earliest train departs from Derby to Birmingham at 7:05am. And the latest train departs at 10:56pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/09

$13

12/10

$15

Today

$11

12/12

$13

12/13

$12

12/14

$15

12/15

$11

12/16

$11

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

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 $11 to $83 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 $11 which is on 2025-12-15.