The cheapest and fastest buses from Birmingham to Derby
Cheapest price
€12
Average price
€16
Fastest journey
1 h 5 m
Average duration
2 h 39 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
57 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Birmingham to Derby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Derby will cost around €16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €12.
Of the 5 buses that leave Birmingham for Derby on Fri, Jun 19, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct buses cover the 57 km distance in an average of 2 h 39 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest buses will take 3 h 45 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.
FlixBus · FlixBus3:15 PM3h30Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway6:45 PMDerby, Bus Station€121One-way1 transfer
NX1347:30 PM1h05Birmingham, Coach Station8:35 PMDerby, Bus Station€141One-way0 transfers
NX1331:30 PM1h15Birmingham, Coach Station2:45 PMDerby, Bus Station€171One-way0 transfers
NX180 · NX23010:30 PM3h40Birmingham, Coach Station2:10 AMDerby, Bus Station€201One-way1 transfer
NX777 · NX1963:30 AM3h45Birmingham, Coach Station7:15 AMDerby, Bus Station€201One-way1 transfer
NX1347:30 PM1h05Birmingham, Coach Station8:35 PMDerby, Bus Station€141One-way0 transfers
NX1331:30 PM1h15Birmingham, Coach Station2:45 PMDerby, Bus Station€171One-way0 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus3:15 PM3h30Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway6:45 PMDerby, Bus Station€121One-way1 transfer
NX180 · NX23010:30 PM3h40Birmingham, Coach Station2:10 AMDerby, Bus Station€201One-way1 transfer
NX777 · NX1963:30 AM3h45Birmingham, Coach Station7:15 AMDerby, Bus Station€201One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Birmingham to Derby
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Derby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €5.
Distance: 57 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€11 Average price Cheapest | €12 Average price |
1h 37m Average total duration 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 10m Average total duration Fastest 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Birmingham to Derby bus times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Derby buses for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX180 · NX230 | On time 10:30 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h40 | 2:10 AM Derby, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
NX777 · NX196 | Delayed 4:05 AM 3:30 AMBirmingham, Coach Station | 3h45 | 7:15 AM Derby, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX133 | 1:30 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1h15 | 2:45 PM Derby, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:15 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 3h30 | 6:45 PM Derby, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX134 | 7:30 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1h05 | 8:35 PM Derby, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Birmingham to Derby by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Birmingham to Derby
Buses from Birmingham to Derby run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €6 but you can travel from only €5 by train.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:55, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 57 km distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 57 km |
Average bus duration 1h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 1h 5m |
First bus 12:55 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 77 days |
Bus providers: National Express, NX West Midlands from Birmingham to DerbyYou can travel by bus between Birmingham to Derby with National Express, NX West Midlands for as low as €5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Birmingham to Derby
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Derby by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Derby, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Birmingham to Derby
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
- Available outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station
- Bus: 97, 97A, X1, X2 Train: Birmingham New Street
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