Bus from London to Derby: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for London to Derby on February 8
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
National ExpressBus
Victoria Coach Station
Derby Riverlights Bus StationCheapest
FlixbusBus
London Finchley Road (Stop CL)
DerbyFastest
National ExpressBus
Victoria Coach Station
Derby Riverlights Bus StationNo tags
FlixbusBus
Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)
DerbyNo tags
National ExpressBus
Victoria Coach Station
Derby Riverlights Bus StationNo tags

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We recommend carpooling

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 $26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
2h 30mAverage Duration
183 kmDistance
8kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$15 - $126Average Duration4h 35m
4kg CO₂e
Average Price$48 - $382Average Duration1h 36m
4kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$26 - $48Average Duration2h 30m
8kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from London to Derby by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from London to Derby?

    The cheapest bus tickets from London to Derby start from $15. The average price for this route is around $27. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from London to Derby?

    The average bus travel time from London to Derby is 4h 35m, covering a distance of 177 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the London to Derby route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 55 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from London to Derby?

    The earliest bus departs from London to Derby at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from London to Derby?

    A bus trip from London to Derby generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from London to Derby?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29871 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from London to Derby?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from London to Derby?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from London to Derby?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
02-05
$16
02-06
$20
Today
$18
02-08
$20
02-09
$14
02-10
$15
02-11
$15
02-12
$16
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from London to Derby was searched and found on Feb 9, 2026 with a price of $14

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

You can expect to pay from $14 to $76 for a bus ticket from London to Derby based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $14 which is on 2026-02-09.

Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

What's the cheapest way to go from London to Derby?

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