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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Derby to Birmingham International Airport
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£17
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£18
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
3 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
3 h 34 m
Buses on 05 Sept
8
Distance
55 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Derby 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 to Birmingham International Airport will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £17.
To travel from Derby to Birmingham International Airport you need to make at least one change.
NX440 · NX7779:153h40Derby, Bus Station12:55Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport)£171One-way1 change- NX440 · NX77711:104h05Derby, Bus Station15:15Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport)£171One-way1 change
- NX440 · NX77717:403h30Derby, Bus Station21:10Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport)£171One-way1 change
- NX440 · NX77715:203h55Derby, Bus Station19:15Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport)£171One-way1 change
- NX196 · NX77719:203h45Derby, Bus Station23:05Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport)£181One-way1 change
- NX230 · NX7771:253h15Derby, Bus Station4:40Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport)£191One-way1 change
- NX440 · NX77717:403h30Derby, Bus Station21:10Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport)£171One-way1 change
- NX440 · NX7779:153h40Derby, Bus Station12:55Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport)£171One-way1 change
- NX230 · NX1802:403h40Derby, Bus Station6:20Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport)£191One-way1 change
- NX196 · NX77719:203h45Derby, Bus Station23:05Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport)£181One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Derby to Birmingham International Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Derby to Birmingham International Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, 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 21m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, while a train costs an average of £16.
Distance: 55 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£15 Average Price Cheapest | £16 Average Price | £23 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 46m Average total duration 1h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 21m Average total duration Fastest 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Derby to Birmingham International Airport:
A coach is £1 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Derby to Birmingham International Airport costing on average £16.
Other travel options to Birmingham International Airport take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 16m.
Tickets start at around £15 compared to roughly £23 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £9. The journey takes 1h 16m 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.
Live departures
Derby to Birmingham International Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Derby to Birmingham International Airport coaches for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX440 · NX777 | 11:10 Derby, Bus Station | 4h15 | 15:25 Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) | 1 change | |
| NX440 · NX777 | 15:20 Derby, Bus Station | 4h10 | 19:30 Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) | 1 change | |
| NX440 · NX777 | 17:40 Derby, Bus Station | 3h30 | 21:10 Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) | 1 change | |
| 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 | |
| NX230 · NX777 | 1:25 Derby, Bus Station | 3h15 | 4:40 Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) | 1 change | |
| NX230 · NX180 | 2:40 Derby, Bus Station | 3h40 | 6:20 Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) | 1 change | |
| NX440 · NX777 | 9:15 Derby, Bus Station | 3h40 | 12:55 Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) | 1 change | |
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Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Trent Barton to find the best option for your trip from Derby to Birmingham International Airport.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Derby to Birmingham International Airport
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Buses from Derby to Birmingham International Airport run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £7 by train.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:55, the last at 18:40. The fastest coach covers the 55 km distance in 55m.
Distance 55 km |
Average bus duration 1h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 55m |
First bus 0:55 |
Last bus 18:40 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: National Express, Trent Barton from Derby to Birmingham International AirportYou can travel by bus between Derby to Birmingham International Airport with National Express, Trent Barton for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Trent Barton
FAQs: Derby to Birmingham International Airport coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby 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.
- 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
Important Stations and Airports in Derby and Birmingham International Airport
Most Derby to Birmingham International Airport buses use the Derby, Bus Station to Birmingham, Coach Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Derby and Birmingham International Airport bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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