Busbud recommends carpooling from Derby to Leicester
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Leicester. The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Based on 29516 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at $6
National Express Derby Leicester recent customer reviews
Driver was 30min late which made me late for work, not happy
Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
National Express Derby Leicester recent customer reviews
Driver was 30min late which made me late for work, not happy
Based on 4232 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. Megabus UK ticket prices on this trip start at $49
National Express Derby Leicester recent customer reviews
Driver was 30min late which made me late for work, not happy
Based on 482 reviews, the company was rated 3.9 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the cleanliness and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Infobus ticket prices on this trip start at $10
National Express Derby Leicester recent customer reviews
Driver was 30min late which made me late for work, not happy
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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Leicester from Derby, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.
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Frequently asked questions for your trip Derby - Leicester
What is the distance between Derby and Leicester?
The distance separating Derby and Leicester is 25 miles (40 km).
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Derby to Leicester?
If you're headed to Leicester from Derby, chances are that your bus will leave from Derby Riverlights Bus Station and arrive at St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
08/29
$5
08/30
$5
Today
$4
09/01
$4
09/02
$4
09/03
$4
09/04
$4
09/05
$4
The cheapest trip from Derby to Leicester was searched and found on Aug 31, 2025 with a price of $4
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Derby to Leicester, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $4 to $12 for a bus ticket from Derby to Leicester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $4 which is on 2025-09-01.
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Bus Travel Tips
Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Derby to Leicester.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.
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 Derby to Leicester.
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 Derby to Leicester.
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Did you know?
The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.
The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.
The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.
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