The cheapest and fastest trains from Derby to Birmingham International Airport
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£33
Fastest journey
58 m
Average duration
59 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
55 km
The best way to find a cheap train 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 £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
Of the 18 trains that leave Derby for Birmingham International Airport every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 55 km distance in an average of 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 58 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 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.
G010007:130h59Derby station (DBY)8:12Birmingham International (BHI)£161One-way0 changes
W29937+
G3857016:530h58Derby station (DBY)17:51Birmingham International (BHI)£191One-way1 change
G01119+
Y8091716:381h07Derby station (DBY)17:45Birmingham International (BHI)£191One-way1 change
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C0136517:091h17Derby station (DBY)18:26Birmingham International (BHI)£191One-way1 change
G01124+
Y8092718:391h06Derby station (DBY)19:45Birmingham International (BHI)£191One-way1 change
W29937+
G3857016:530h58Derby station (DBY)17:51Birmingham International (BHI)£191One-way1 change
G010007:130h59Derby station (DBY)8:12Birmingham International (BHI)£161One-way0 changes
G01166+
W3399919:310h59Derby station (DBY)20:30Birmingham International (BHI)£641One-way1 change
W29909+
W0058718:311h00Derby station (DBY)19:31Birmingham International (BHI)£641One-way1 change
G01161+
W3415217:311h00Derby station (DBY)18:31Birmingham International (BHI)£641One-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 prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 55 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£20 Average Price | £13 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 21m Average total duration Fastest 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 48m Average total duration 1h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Derby to Birmingham International Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Derby to Birmingham International Airport trains for tomorrow, Monday 25 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G01131+ Y80803 | 6:10 Derby station (DBY) | 1h05 | 7:15 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 change | |
G00742+ Y80812 | 6:38 Derby station (DBY) | 1h07 | 7:45 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 change | |
G01092+ W45244 | 6:49 Derby station (DBY) | 1h03 | 7:52 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 change | |
G01000 | On time 7:13 Derby station (DBY) | 0h59 | 8:12 Birmingham International (BHI) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01133+ W34284 | 7:28 Derby station (DBY) | 1h03 | 8:31 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 change | |
G01095+ G38548 | On time 7:38 Derby station (DBY) | 1h13 | 8:51 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 change | |
G00759+ W34124 | On time 16:10 Derby station (DBY) | 1h16 | 17:26 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 change | |
G01154+ W33901 | 16:31 Derby station (DBY) | 1h00 | 17:31 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 change | |
G01119+ Y80917 | On time 16:38 Derby station (DBY) | 1h07 | 17:45 Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Derby to Birmingham International Airport
Trains from Derby to Birmingham International Airport run on average 9 times per day, taking around 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 21:50. The fastest train covers the 55 km distance in 55m.
Distance 55 km |
Average train duration 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 55m |
First train 5:10 |
Last train 21:50 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Derby to Birmingham International Airport trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Derby and Birmingham International Airport from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Derby to Birmingham International Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby to Birmingham International Airport 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 Birmingham International Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Derby and Birmingham International Airport
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:55 - 22:45 Saturday 04:55 - 22:45 Sunday 06:20 - 23:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A step free station. This station has step free access. There are lifts to all platforms. There is a subway to platforms 2,3,4 and 5. Platforms 6 and 7 are accessed by lift only. This station has tactile paving at the edges of all platforms and at the foot and top of stairwells.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, Platform 2/3 and Platform 4/6. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1, Platform 2/3 and Platform 4/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from Customer Reception upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Located in North Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the rear of the station, at the Pride Park exit
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. This station has a degree of step free access to the platform which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check for details. Level ramped access to both platforms from level crossing. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on IUP.
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At theÿstation entrance, adjacent to the level crossing.
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to both platforms via ramps. These ramps have a very steep gradient. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edge of the platforms.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on IUP.
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the bus stopÿoutside the station entrance towards Derby or by the Showcase towards Stoke.
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