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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Birmingham to Derby from various bus operators like National Express or FlixBus for the next days.

today

$10

tomorrow

Wednesday

Thursday

$11

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Sunday

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	3h 30m	3:15 PM	Birmingham	Aston University	6:45 PM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	Economy	$10	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Aston University, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 9/7/2026 3:15:00 PM to Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/7/2026 6:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $10 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 30m
National Express	3h 35m	6:15 PM	Birmingham	Coach Station	9:50 PM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	Economy	$15	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 9/7/2026 6:15:00 PM to Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/7/2026 9:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $15 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 35m
National Express	2h 20m	3:00 PM	Birmingham	Coach Station	5:20 PM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	Economy	$17	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 9/7/2026 3:00:00 PM to Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/7/2026 5:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 20m
National Express	3h 40m	10:30 PM	Birmingham	Coach Station	2:10 AM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	Economy	$21	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 9/7/2026 10:30:00 PM to Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/8/2026 2:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 40m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	1h 5m	7:30 PM	Birmingham	Coach Station	8:35 PM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	Economy	$11	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 9/10/2026 7:30:00 PM to Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/10/2026 8:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $11 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 5m
National Express	2h 20m	3:00 PM	Birmingham	Coach Station	5:20 PM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	Economy	$17	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 9/10/2026 3:00:00 PM to Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/10/2026 5:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 20m
National Express	3h 45m	3:30 AM	Birmingham	Coach Station	7:15 AM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	Economy	$19	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 9/10/2026 3:30:00 AM to Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/10/2026 7:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 45m
National Express	3h 40m	10:30 PM	Birmingham	Coach Station	2:10 AM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	Economy	$19	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 9/10/2026 10:30:00 PM to Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/11/2026 2:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 40m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Birmingham to Derby is $4 on 9/28/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Birmingham and Derby

See here how frequent the connections between Birmingham and Derby are, during different times and days of the week.

Monday is the busiest day, with more than 4 daily buses from Birmingham to Derby. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 4 daily coaches between Birmingham and Derby.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 4 buses from Birmingham to Derby, while Night sees the fewest connections between Birmingham and Derby, with 1 offers.

Facts about the bus from Birmingham to Derby

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 4 times every day by bus from Birmingham to Derby in one click! Book your bus ticket from Birmingham to Derby starting from $4!

Cheapest Bus	$4
Fastest Bus	1h 5m
Earliest Bus	3:00 PM
Latest Bus	10:30 PM
Daily Bus Routes	4 Ø
Distance	34.8 miles
Bus Companies	National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Birmingham to Derby

Every day, 4 buses from 2 bus companies leave Birmingham for Derby: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 09/07/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 09/06

Monday 09/07

$10

Tuesday 09/08

Wednesday 09/09

Thursday 09/10

$11

Friday 09/11

$14

Saturday 09/12

Sunday 09/13

Monday 09/14

Tuesday 09/15

Wednesday 09/16

Thursday 09/17

$11

Friday 09/18

Saturday 09/19

Sunday 09/20

Monday 09/21

$10

Tuesday 09/22

Wednesday 09/23

Thursday 09/24

Friday 09/25

$11

Saturday 09/26

$14

Sunday 09/27

Monday 09/28

Tuesday 09/29

Wednesday 09/30

Thursday 10/01

Friday 10/02

$12

Saturday 10/03

The cheapest time to travel from Birmingham to Derby

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Birmingham to Derby, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $4, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Birmingham to Derby. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $11.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Birmingham to Derby, with $4. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $11.

How to save money travelling from Birmingham to Derby

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Birmingham to Derby in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Birmingham to Derby, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Birmingham to Derby are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Birmingham and Derby

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Birmingham and Derby.

Coach Station

Mill Lane

Bearwood

Hagley Road

Brunel Street

Brunel St

Great Charles St Queensway

Great Charles Street Queensway 142

Dudley Street

Dudley Street 89

Riverlights Bus Station

Morledge 735

Central Bus Station

Pride Park

Donnington Park

Hollands Way

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Birmingham to Derby? Compare all modes of transports from Birmingham to Derby.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Birmingham to Derby

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Birmingham to Derby? Or which bus companies serve the route Birmingham to Derby? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Birmingham to Derby bus

How much does a Birmingham Derby bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $4 and takes 3h 30m to reach Derby. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Birmingham to Derby?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $4 and $21. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Derby.

On average, how many connections are available from Birmingham to Derby each day?

Every day, the Birmingham to Derby bus route is served by approximately 4 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Birmingham to Derby take?

The fastest bus from Birmingham to Derby is offered by National Express and takes 1h 5m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $11. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Birmingham to Derby?

The earliest bus arriving in Derby from Birmingham starts at 3:00 PM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Birmingham to Derby?

The latest bus trip departing from Birmingham for Derby starts at 10:30 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Birmingham Derby route?

When traveling by bus from Birmingham to Derby, passengers can travel with National Express and FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Derby?

You can check all the direct connections between Birmingham and Derby by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Birmingham to Derby bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Birmingham Derby bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Birmingham Derby bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Birmingham to Derby on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Birmingham to Derby

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Birmingham and to Derby

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Birmingham and to Derby. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!