Standard
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£13
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£17
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
1 h 5 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
2 h 55 m
Buses on 17 Sept
4
Distance
55 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Derby station (DBY) to Birmingham International Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Derby station (DBY) to Birmingham International Airport will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 4 buses from Derby station (DBY) to Birmingham International Airport, including 1 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 55 km distance in an average of 2 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 40 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.
NX466
NX440 · NX777
NX440 · NX777
NX196 · NX777
NX466
NX196 · NX777
NX440 · NX777
NX440 · NX777Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Derby station (DBY) to Birmingham International Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 23m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, while a train costs an average of £15.
Distance: 55 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£13 Average Price Cheapest | £15 Average Price | £23 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 2m Average total duration 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 23m Average total duration Fastest 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Derby station (DBY) to Birmingham International Airport:
A coach is £12 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Derby station (DBY) to Birmingham International Airport costing on average £28.
Other travel options to Birmingham International Airport take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 6m.
Tickets start at around £17 compared to roughly £23 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £7. The journey takes 2h 6m versus 1h 1m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by National Express.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Derby station (DBY) to Birmingham International Airport coaches for today, Wednesday 16 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX196 · NX777 | 19:40 Derby, Bus Station | 3h25 | 23:05 Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) | 1 change | |
NX196 · NX777 | 20:55 Derby, Bus Station | 4h00 | 0:55 Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) | 1 change | |
| Thursday 17 September | |||||
NX466 | 3:10 Derby, Bus Station | 1h05 | 4:15 Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) | 0 changesdirect | |
NX440 · NX777 | 9:15 Derby, Bus Station | 3h40 | 12:55 Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) | 1 change | |
NX440 · NX777 | 11:45 Derby, Bus Station | 3h30 | 15:15 Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) | 1 change | |
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Buses from Derby station (DBY) to Birmingham International Airport run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:55, the last at 10:10. The fastest coach covers the 55 km distance in 55m.
Distance 55 km |
Average bus duration 2h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 55m |
First bus 0:55 |
Last bus 10:10 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
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Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby station (DBY) to Birmingham International Airport by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Birmingham International Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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