Day trip from Birmingham to Derby
Derby lies 57 km (35 mi) north-east of Birmingham, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 57 km (35 mi) apart, Derby is a realistic day trip from Birmingham: about 55 min each way by road.
| Birmingham | Derby | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Population | 1.2 million | 270,468 |
| Elevation | 149 m (489 ft) | 55 m (180 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Europe/London) | UTC+1 (Europe/London) |
| Postal codes | B1–B99 | DE1 |
Where to book tours and tickets in Derby
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Staying in Derby
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Common questions
How far is Derby from Birmingham?
57 km (35 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Birmingham; by road roughly 69 km (43 mi).
How long does it take to get from Birmingham to Derby by road?
About 55 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Birmingham and Derby?
No, both are on Europe/London at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.