How much is the bus ticket from Nottingham to Derby?

The cheapest bus tickets from Nottingham to Derby start at R 136. The average price for this route is around R 259. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Nottingham to Derby?

The average bus journey time from Nottingham to Derby is 2h 50m, covering a distance of 22 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 30m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Nottingham to Derby route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from National Express , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Nottingham to Derby?

The earliest bus departs from Nottingham to Derby at 08:52. And the latest bus departs at 21:50.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Nottingham to Derby?

A bus trip from Nottingham to Derby produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Nottingham 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 29762 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Nottingham to Derby?

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

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Nottingham 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.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Nottingham 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.

Bus Nottingham to Derby from R 103 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Nottingham to Derby on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:25	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	45m	18:10	Derby	Cheapest
Bus	17:40	University of Nottingham	30m	18:10	Derby	Fastest
Bus	09:40	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 50m	12:30	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	No tags
Bus	21:35	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	45m	22:20	Derby	No tags
Bus	09:40	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 50m	12:30	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Nottingham to Derby on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:25	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	45m	18:10	Derby	Cheapest
Bus	17:40	University of Nottingham	30m	18:10	Derby	Fastest
Bus	09:40	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 50m	12:30	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	No tags
Bus	21:35	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	45m	22:20	Derby	No tags
Bus	09:40	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 50m	12:30	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:03 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Nottingham to Derby

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Derby. The journey takes about 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 46, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

30mAverage duration

22 kmDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 136 - R 349	Average duration2h 50m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 88 - R 572	Average duration28m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 46 - R 87	Average duration30m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Nottingham and Derby?

Stops in Nottingham

A
Coach Station
Broad March Bus Station, Canal Street, Nottingham, NG1
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B
34 Long Row W
34 Long Row W, Nottingham NG1 2DR, UK
C
33 Derby Rd
33 Derby Rd, Nottingham NG7 2QB, UK
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Stops in Derby

A
Derby Riverlights Bus Station
Central Bus Station, Morledge, Derby, Derby DE1 2AY, UK
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B
Morledge Bus Station
Noahs Ark Inn, 23 Morledge, Derby DE1 2AW, UK

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529 768 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 617 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

GB Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, National Express

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Nottingham to Derby by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Nottingham to Derby?
The cheapest bus tickets from Nottingham to Derby start at R 136. The average price for this route is around R 259. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Nottingham to Derby?
The average bus journey time from Nottingham to Derby is 2h 50m, covering a distance of 22 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 30m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Nottingham to Derby route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Nottingham to Derby?
The earliest bus departs from Nottingham to Derby at 08:52. And the latest bus departs at 21:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Nottingham to Derby?
A bus trip from Nottingham to Derby produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Nottingham 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 29762 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Nottingham to Derby?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Nottingham 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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Nottingham 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

13/12

R 104

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R 104

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R 104

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R 103

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R 103

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R 104

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R 103

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R 104

The cheapest trip from Nottingham to Derby was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 103

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

You can expect to pay from R 103 to R 436 for a bus ticket from Nottingham to Derby based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 103, which is on 2025-12-16.

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.