The cheapest and fastest coaches from Derby station (DBY) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£16
Fastest journey
1 h 20 m
Average duration
2 h 50 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
57 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Derby station (DBY) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) 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 New Street (BHM) will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.
Of the 8 buses that leave Derby station (DBY) for Birmingham New Street (BHM) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 57 km distance in an average of 2 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 10 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.
NX1348:401h20Derby, Bus Station10:00Birmingham, Coach Station£51One-way0 changes
NX13314:201h25Derby, Bus Station15:45Birmingham, Coach Station£111One-way0 changes
NX196 · NX18318:053h20Derby, Bus Station21:25Birmingham, Coach Station£161One-way1 change
NX440 · NX7779:154h15Derby, Bus Station13:30Birmingham, Coach Station£171One-way1 change
NX230 · NX7770:554h10Derby, Bus Station5:05Birmingham, Coach Station£191One-way1 change
NX1348:401h20Derby, Bus Station10:00Birmingham, Coach Station£51One-way0 changes
NX13314:201h25Derby, Bus Station15:45Birmingham, Coach Station£111One-way0 changes
NX196 · NX18318:053h20Derby, Bus Station21:25Birmingham, Coach Station£161One-way1 change
NX196 · NX77719:403h55Derby, Bus Station23:35Birmingham, Coach Station£201One-way1 change
NX230 · NX7770:554h10Derby, Bus Station5:05Birmingham, Coach Station£191One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Derby station (DBY) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Derby station (DBY) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 57 km
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1h 38m Average total duration 1h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Derby station (DBY) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) bus times
The table below shows live departures for Derby station (DBY) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) coaches for today, Thursday 18 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX230 · NX777 | Delayed 23:10 0:55Derby, Bus Station | 4h10 | 5:05 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX230 · NX180 | Delayed 23:10 2:25Derby, Bus Station | 4h20 | 6:45 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX134 | 8:40 Derby, Bus Station | 1h20 | 10:00 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX440 · NX777 | On time 9:15 Derby, Bus Station | 4h15 | 13:30 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX230 · NX151 | Delayed 23:10 9:40Derby, Bus Station | 4h20 | 14:00 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX440 · NX777 | On time 11:45 Derby, Bus Station | 4h10 | 15:55 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX196 · NX183 | 18:05 Derby, Bus Station | 3h20 | 21:25 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX196 · NX777 | 19:40 Derby, Bus Station | 3h55 | 23:35 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX196 · NX777 | 20:55 Derby, Bus Station | 4h25 | 1:20 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| Friday 19 June | |||||
NX230 · NX777 | 0:55 Derby, Bus Station | 4h10 | 5:05 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX230 · NX180 | 2:10 Derby, Bus Station | 4h35 | 6:45 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Derby station (DBY) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Buses from Derby station (DBY) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 03:40, the last at 20:55. The fastest coach covers the 57 km distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 57 km |
Average bus duration 1h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 1h 10m |
First bus 3:40 |
Last bus 20:55 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sun |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Bus providers: National Express from Derby station (DBY) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)You can travel by bus between Derby station (DBY) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) with National Express for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Derby station (DBY) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby station (DBY) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) 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 New Street (BHM), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- 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.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.

