Bus Tickets from Bristol to Derby

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TodayJun 21
from US$72
TomorrowJun 22
from US$70
MonJun 23
from US$64
TueJun 24
from US$66
WedJun 25
from US$67
ThuJun 26
from US$64
FriJun 27
from US$64
SatJun 28

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: June 22 at
    Departure city: Bristol
    Departure location: Bristol, Bus & Coach Station
    Arrival time: June 23 at
    Destination city: Derby
    Destination location: Derby
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: June 22 at
    Departure city: Bristol
    Departure location: Bristol, Bus & Coach Station
    Arrival time: June 23 at
    Destination city: Derby
    Destination location: Derby
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 22 at
    Departure city: Bristol
    Departure location: Bristol, Bus & Coach Station
    Arrival time: June 22 at
    Destination city: Derby
    Destination location: Derby
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 22 at
    Departure city: Bristol
    Departure location: Bristol, Bus & Coach Station
    Arrival time: June 22 at
    Destination city: Derby
    Destination location: Derby
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 22 at
    Departure city: Bristol
    Departure location: Bristol, Bus & Coach Station
    Arrival time: June 23 at
    Destination city: Derby
    Destination location: Derby
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from Bristol to Derby

Bus
Average PriceUS$21 - US$97Average Duration8h 35m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$56 - US$356Average Duration2h
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Fastest
Carpool
Average PriceUS$16 - US$20Average Duration2h 30m
8kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Bristol to Derby

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Derby. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
2h 30mAverage Duration
US$16Cheapest ticket
8kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Bristol to Derby: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$64
Average Bus Trip Duration8h 35m
Number of daily buses4.388888888888889
Earliest bus departure3:05am
Distance180 km
Latest bus departure7:15pm

Bristol to Derby Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Bristol to Derby.

We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from Bristol to Derby.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Derby from Bristol, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Bristol - Derby

  1. What is the travel distance from Bristol to Derby?

    The distance between Bristol and Derby is approximately 181 km (112 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Bristol to Derby?

    Buses departing from Bristol, Bus & Coach Station in Bristol will take you to Derby Riverlights Bus Station in Derby.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
06-19
US$53
06-20
US$64
Today
US$68
06-22
US$67
06-23
US$61
06-24
US$62
06-25
US$63
06-26
US$60
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Bristol to Derby was searched and found on Jun 19, 2025 with a price of US$53

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bristol to Derby, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$53 to US$93 for a bus ticket from Bristol to Derby based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$60 which is on 2025-06-26.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Bristol to Derby.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Bristol to Derby.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Bristol to Derby while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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Bus from Bristol to Derby

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Train from Bristol to Derby

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