Bus from Bristol to Derby: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Bristol to Derby on December 1
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Bristol Uni of West England
DerbyCheapest
FlixbusBus
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station
DerbyFastest
FlixbusBus
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station
DerbyNo tags
FlixbusBus
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station
DerbyNo tags
FlixbusBus
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station
DerbyNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Bristol to Derby

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Derby. The journey takes about 2 hours 1 minute, and with fares starting at just $62, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11train per day
2h 1mAverage Duration
173 kmDistance
4kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$30 - $123Average Duration8h 25m
4kg CO₂e
Average Price$62 - $499Average Duration2h 1m
4kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$29 - $29Average Duration2h 40m
8kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bristol 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 Bristol to Derby?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Bristol to Derby start from $30. The average price for this route is around $44. 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 Bristol to Derby?

    The average bus travel time from Bristol to Derby is 8h 25m, covering a distance of 180 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 55m and is operated by FlixBus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, National Express, Megabus UK.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Bristol to Derby at 3:05am. And the latest bus departs at 7:15pm.

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

    A bus trip from Bristol 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 Bristol 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 29733 reviews.

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

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bristol 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
11-27
$23
11-28
$25
Today
$25
11-30
$27
12-01
$38
12-02
$35
12-03
$35
12-04
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Bristol to Derby was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $23

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 $23 to $88 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 $27 which is on 2025-11-30.

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