Standard
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£13
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£18
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
3 h 20 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
3 h 48 m
Buses on 17 Sept
10
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 £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.
To travel from Derby station (DBY) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) you need to make at least one change.
NX196 · NX183
NX230 · NX150
NX230 · NX150
NX230 · NX151
NX196 · NX777
NX196 · NX183
NX230 · NX150
NX196 · NX777
NX230 · NX777
NX440 · NX777Omio recommends booking the coach 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 an average ticket price of £17 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 12m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, while a train costs an average of £19.
Distance: 57 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£17 Average Price Cheapest | £19 Average Price | £19 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 13m Average total duration 2h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 12m Average total duration Fastest 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 10m 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 New Street (BHM):
A coach is £3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Derby station (DBY) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) costing on average £19.
Other travel options to Birmingham New Street (BHM) take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 43m.
Tickets start at around £17 compared to roughly £19 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £2. The journey takes 2h 43m versus 1h 10m 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.
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 New Street (BHM) 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 | 3h55 | 23:35 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX196 · NX777 | 20:55 Derby, Bus Station | 4h25 | 1:20 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| Thursday 17 September | |||||
NX230 · NX777 | 0:55 Derby, Bus Station | 4h10 | 5:05 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX230 · NX180 | 2:25 Derby, Bus Station | 4h20 | 6:45 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX230 · NX150 | 7:35 Derby, Bus Station | 3h25 | 11:00 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX440 · NX777 | 9:15 Derby, Bus Station | 4h15 | 13:30 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX230 · NX151 | 9:40 Derby, Bus Station | 4h20 | 14:00 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX440 · NX777 | 11:45 Derby, Bus Station | 4h10 | 15:55 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX230 · NX150 | 12:05 Derby, Bus Station | 5h15 | 17:20 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX196 · NX183 | 18:05 Derby, Bus Station | 3h20 | 21:25 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
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Buses from Derby station (DBY) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £4 by train.
There are 1 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 2h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 1h 10m |
First bus 3:40 |
Last bus 20:55 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 3 days |
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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.
