What is the cheapest way to get from Derby to Birmingham NEC?

The cheapest way to get from Derby to Birmingham NEC is to bus which costs £8 - £19 and takes 1h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Derby to Birmingham NEC?

The fastest way to get from Derby to Birmingham NEC is to drive which takes 45 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Derby and Birmingham NEC?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Station station and arriving at Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal. Services depart once a week, and operate Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Derby and Birmingham NEC?

No, there is no direct train from Derby to Birmingham NEC. However, there are services departing from Derby and arriving at Birmingham International via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 6m.

How far is it from Derby to Birmingham NEC?

The distance between Derby and Birmingham NEC is 50 miles. The road distance is 41.8 miles.

How do I travel from Derby to Birmingham NEC without a car?

The best way to get from Derby to Birmingham NEC without a car is to train which takes 1h 6m and costs £24 - £40.

How long does it take to get from Derby to Birmingham NEC?

It takes approximately 1h 6m to get from Derby to Birmingham NEC, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Derby to Birmingham NEC bus from?

Derby to Birmingham NEC bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Derby to Birmingham NEC train from?

Derby to Birmingham NEC train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Derby station.

Train or bus from Derby to Birmingham NEC?

The best way to get from Derby to Birmingham NEC is to train which takes 1h 6m and costs £24 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £8 - £19 and takes 1h 19m.

Where does the Derby to Birmingham NEC bus arrive?

Derby to Birmingham NEC bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Derby to Birmingham NEC train arrive?

Derby to Birmingham NEC train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Derby to Birmingham NEC?

Yes, the driving distance between Derby to Birmingham NEC is 42 miles. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Derby to Birmingham NEC.

How do I get a train ticket from Derby to Birmingham NEC?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Derby to Birmingham NEC?

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Where can I stay near Birmingham NEC?

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There are 5 ways to get from Derby to Birmingham NEC by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Derby to Birmingham New Streettrain Nottingham - Birmingham New Street / ...
1h 6m
£25–38
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Airport Bus Terminalbus 466
1h 19m
£8–19
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Derby to Birmingham New Streettrain Nottingham - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Allison Street to Birmingham International Stationbus 17A / ...
1h 57m
£26–34
Drive 41.6 mi
1. Drive from Derby to Birmingham NECcar 41.6 mi
45 min
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Derby to Birmingham NECtaxi 41.6 mi
45 min
£90–110

Derby to Birmingham NEC by train and foot

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Distance: 49.6 mi
Duration: 1h 6m

What companies run services between Derby, England and Birmingham NEC, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Derby to Birmingham New Street every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £22–35 and the journey takes 45 min. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal once a week. Tickets cost £8–19 and the journey takes 1h 5m.

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