The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham International Airport to Derby
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€21
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€21
Fastest journey on Sep 17
54 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
1 h 1 m
Trains on Sep 17
6
Distance
55 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham International Airport 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 International Airport to Derby will cost around €21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €21.
It's difficult to get from Birmingham International Airport to Derby without transferring at least once.
G00895 · G007236:41 PM1h01Birmingham International (BHI)7:42 PMDerby station (DBY)€211One-way1 transfer
C17846+
G007267:04 PM0h54Birmingham International (BHI)7:58 PMDerby station (DBY)€211One-way1 transfer
W34135+
G009216:16 PM1h16Birmingham International (BHI)7:32 PMDerby station (DBY)€211One-way1 transfer
Y80886+
G007185:04 PM0h54Birmingham International (BHI)5:58 PMDerby station (DBY)€211One-way1 transfer
G00891 · G010835:41 PM1h01Birmingham International (BHI)6:42 PMDerby station (DBY)€211One-way1 transfer
Y80886+
G007185:04 PM0h54Birmingham International (BHI)5:58 PMDerby station (DBY)€211One-way1 transfer
C17846+
G007267:04 PM0h54Birmingham International (BHI)7:58 PMDerby station (DBY)€211One-way1 transfer
G00891 · G010835:41 PM1h01Birmingham International (BHI)6:42 PMDerby station (DBY)€211One-way1 transfer
G00895 · G007236:41 PM1h01Birmingham International (BHI)7:42 PMDerby station (DBY)€211One-way1 transfer
W34167+
G667975:16 PM1h13Birmingham International (BHI)6:29 PMDerby station (DBY)€211One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Birmingham International Airport to Derby
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham International Airport to Derby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €15 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 19m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, while a train costs an average of €17.
Distance: 55 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€17 Average price | €15 Average price Cheapest | €23 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 19m Average total duration Fastest 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 13m Average total duration 1h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham International Airport to Derby:
A bus is €9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham International Airport to Derby costing on average €27.
Other travel options to Derby take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 7m.
Live departures
Birmingham International Airport to Derby train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham International Airport to Derby trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Y80886+ G00718 | 5:04 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 0h54 | 5:58 PM Derby station (DBY) | 1 transfer | |
W34167+ G66797 | 5:16 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h13 | 6:29 PM Derby station (DBY) | 1 transfer | |
G00891 · G01083 | 5:41 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h01 | 6:42 PM Derby station (DBY) | 1 transfer | |
W34135+ G00921 | 6:16 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h16 | 7:32 PM Derby station (DBY) | 1 transfer | |
G00895 · G00723 | 6:41 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1h01 | 7:42 PM Derby station (DBY) | 1 transfer | |
C17846+ G00726 | 7:04 PM Birmingham International (BHI) | 0h54 | 7:58 PM Derby station (DBY) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham International Airport to Derby
Trains from Birmingham International Airport to Derby run on average 11 times per day, taking around 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €12 but you can travel from only €10 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:41, the last at 20:41. The fastest train covers the 55 km distance in 40m.
Distance 55 km |
Average train duration 50m |
Cheapest ticket price €12 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 40m |
First train 6:41 AM |
Last train 8:41 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: CrossCountry from Birmingham International Airport to Derby trainsCrossCountry trains will get you between Birmingham International Airport and Derby from €7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Birmingham International Airport to Derby
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham International Airport to Derby 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 Derby, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Birmingham International Airport to Derby
Most Birmingham International Airport to Derby trains use the Birmingham New Street to Derby station pair, with some services arriving at Spondon. Use this guide to compare Birmingham International Airport and Derby train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Derby from Derby city centre
Derby is 1 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Derby train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Derby.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Derby.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Derby.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Derby: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Derby: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to Spondon from Derby city centre
Spondon is 4 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Spondon train station facilities and services
Spondon has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Spondon.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Spondon: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Spondon: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to Peartree from Derby city centre
Peartree is 2 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Peartree train station facilities and services
Peartree has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Peartree.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Peartree: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Peartree: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
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