Birmingham to Derby train with CrossCountry

Tue, Aug 04
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Derby

Showing times and prices for Aug 04

Cheapest price

€7

Average price

€20

Fastest journey

30 m

Average duration

30 m

Trains per day

45

Distance

57 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train 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 €20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €7.

Fast trains

Of the 45 trains that leave Birmingham for Derby on Tue, Aug 04, 45 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Tue, Aug 04 the direct trains cover the 57 km distance in an average of 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 30 m .

On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest trains will take 31 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.

  • CrossCountryG66982
    6:03 AM0h39
    Birmingham New Street (BHM)
    6:42 AMDerby station (DBY)
    71One-way
    0 transfers
  • CrossCountryG66499
    12:09 PM0h44
    Birmingham New Street (BHM)
    12:53 PMDerby station (DBY)
    121One-way
    0 transfers
  • CrossCountryG66504
    2:09 PM0h44
    Birmingham New Street (BHM)
    2:53 PMDerby station (DBY)
    121One-way
    0 transfers
  • CrossCountryG66987
    8:03 AM0h40
    Birmingham New Street (BHM)
    8:43 AMDerby station (DBY)
    141One-way
    0 transfers
  • CrossCountryG00716
    4:25 PM0h33
    Birmingham New Street (BHM)
    4:58 PMDerby station (DBY)
    141One-way
    0 transfers

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

€12

Average price

€11

Average price

Cheapest

1h 10m

Average total duration

Fastest

40m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

1h 37m

Average total duration

1h 7m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.1 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

CrossCountry

Most popular train company

National Express

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Direct Options

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Birmingham to Derby train times

The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Derby trains for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
CrossCountryG01055
On time
7:03 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0h38
7:41 AM Derby station (DBY)
0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG00678
On time
7:09 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0h49
7:58 AM Derby station (DBY)
0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG00681
On time
7:49 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0h41
8:30 AM Derby station (DBY)
0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG66987
On time
8:03 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0h40
8:43 AM Derby station (DBY)
0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG00682
On time
8:09 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0h45
8:54 AM Derby station (DBY)
0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG00738
On time
8:27 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0h32
8:59 AM Derby station (DBY)
0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG00844
On time
8:49 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0h41
9:30 AM Derby station (DBY)
0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG01060
On time
9:03 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0h34
9:37 AM Derby station (DBY)
0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG00684
On time
9:09 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0h43
9:52 AM Derby station (DBY)
0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG00938
On time
9:49 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0h42
10:31 AM Derby station (DBY)
0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG01062
On time
10:03 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0h38
10:41 AM Derby station (DBY)
0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG66494
On time
10:09 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0h43
10:52 AM Derby station (DBY)
0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG00739
On time
10:27 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0h30
10:57 AM Derby station (DBY)
0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG66712
On time
10:49 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0h42
11:31 AM Derby station (DBY)
0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG01075
On time
3:03 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0h33
3:36 PM Derby station (DBY)
0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG66506
On time
3:09 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0h45
3:54 PM Derby station (DBY)
0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG00905
On time
3:49 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0h41
4:30 PM Derby station (DBY)
0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG01080
On time
4:03 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0h38
4:41 PM Derby station (DBY)
0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG66508
On time
4:09 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0h46
4:55 PM Derby station (DBY)
0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG00716
On time
4:25 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0h33
4:58 PM Derby station (DBY)
0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG00946
On time
4:49 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0h42
5:31 PM Derby station (DBY)
0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG01082
On time
5:03 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0h34
5:37 PM Derby station (DBY)
0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG66510
On time
5:09 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0h46
5:55 PM Derby station (DBY)
0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG00718
On time
5:28 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0h30
5:58 PM Derby station (DBY)
0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG66797
On time
5:49 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0h40
6:29 PM Derby station (DBY)
0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG01083
On time
6:03 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0h39
6:42 PM Derby station (DBY)
0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG00689
Delayed
5:19 PM 6:09 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
0h46
6:02 PM 6:02 PMDerby station (DBY)
0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG00921
On time
6:49 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0h43
7:32 PM Derby station (DBY)
0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG00723
On time
7:03 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0h39
7:42 PM Derby station (DBY)
0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG66513
On time
7:09 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0h43
7:52 PM Derby station (DBY)
0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG00726
On time
7:27 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0h31
7:58 PM Derby station (DBY)
0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG66837
On time
7:49 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0h42
8:31 PM Derby station (DBY)
0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG00730
On time
8:03 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0h38
8:41 PM Derby station (DBY)
0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG00733
On time
8:25 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0h32
8:57 PM Derby station (DBY)
0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG66813
On time
8:49 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0h50
9:39 PM Derby station (DBY)
0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG00735
On time
9:03 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0h45
9:48 PM Derby station (DBY)
0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG66815
On time
10:03 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0h47
10:50 PM Derby station (DBY)
0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG00691
On time
11:09 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0h45
11:54 PM Derby station (DBY)
0 transfersDirect
Tuesday, August 4
CrossCountryG669826:03 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0h39
6:42 AM Derby station (DBY)0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG006756:09 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0h46
6:55 AM Derby station (DBY)0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG006766:49 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)
0h40
7:29 AM Derby station (DBY)0 transfersDirect

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Birmingham to Derby?

The best time to book your train from Birmingham to Derby is 21 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Birmingham to Derby route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Birmingham to Derby per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Birmingham to Derby.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Birmingham to Derby

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Trains from Birmingham to Derby run on average 10 times per day, taking around 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.

There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:34, the last at 23:09. The fastest train covers the 57 km distance in 30m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
57 km
Average train duration
40m
Cheapest ticket price
€5
Trains per day
10
Direct trains
9
Fastest train
30m
First train
5:34 AM
Last train
11:09 PM
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Mon
Best time to book
35 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Birmingham to Derby trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Birmingham and Derby from €5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

CrossCountry

About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
30m
Cheapest Price
€5
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
30m
Cheapest Price
€50
Cross Country frequency
25 a day

FAQs: Trains from Birmingham to Derby

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham 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.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Derby can start from as little as €5 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Birmingham to Derby is €12; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Birmingham to Derby is 30m to travel the 57 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Birmingham to Derby leaves at 5:34 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Birmingham to Derby leaves at 11:09 PM.
Yes,there are 9 direct trains a day from Birmingham to Derby with CrossCountry, Cross Country. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Birmingham to Derby, you can count on CrossCountry, Cross Country for the best way to get you to Derby. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Birmingham and Derby and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Derby from Birmingham is worth doing with a journey time of 30m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Birmingham to Derby is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Birmingham and Derby including taking a train and bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Birmingham to Derby

Most Birmingham to Derby trains use the Birmingham New Street to Derby station pair, with some services arriving at Spondon. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Derby train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Birmingham
Arrival train stations in Derby
Birmingham New StreetStation Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B2 4QA, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre

Bus16 · 7m · €2 · every ~27 min

Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services

Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.

Birmingham InternationalBirmingham International station, Stationlink Road, National Exhibition Centre, Birmingham, West Midlands, B40 1PAWifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Birmingham International from Birmingham city centre

Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainRugeley Trent Valley - Birmingham International, Birmingham New Street - London Euston, Birmingham New Street - Birmingham International, Birmingham New Street - Coventry, Birmingham New Street - Northampton, Walsall - London Euston, Birmingham New Street - Milton Keynes Central, Birmingham New Street - Rugby, Liverpool Lime Street - Coventry, Wolverhampton - Birmingham International, Liverpool Lime Street - Birmingham International · 9m · €5 · every ~8 min
BusX1 · 39m · €4 · every ~23 min
X1 · 40m · €4 · every ~23 min
17A · 53m · €4 · every ~19 min

Birmingham International train station facilities and services

Birmingham International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Birmingham International.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Birmingham International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Birmingham International: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham International: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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.

StechfordStechford station, Victoria Road, Stechford, West Midlands, B33 8AJ+44 333 311 0039ParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Stechford from Birmingham city centre

Stechford is 5 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainBirmingham New Street - Northampton, Birmingham New Street - London Euston, Rugeley Trent Valley - Birmingham International, Birmingham New Street - Coventry, Birmingham New Street - Birmingham International, Liverpool Lime Street - Coventry, Wolverhampton - Birmingham International, Liverpool Lime Street - Birmingham International, Birmingham New Street - Rugby · 7m · €2 · every ~4 min
Bus14 · 34m · €2 · every ~26 min

Stechford train station facilities and services

Stechford has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Stechford.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Stechford. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Stechford: Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at Stechford: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Stechford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

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