How much is the bus ticket from Bradford to Derby?

The cheapest coach tickets from Bradford to Derby start from £6. The average price for this route is around £10. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Bradford to Derby?

The average bus journey time from Bradford to Derby is 2h 45m, covering a distance of 61 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 2h 35m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Bradford to Derby route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , National Express .

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

The earliest bus departs from Bradford to Derby at 08:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:20.

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

A bus journey from Bradford to Derby produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Bradford 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.

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

Based on Busbud reviews, 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 Bradford 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 Bradford 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 Bradford to Derby from £4 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Bradford to Derby on 29 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:10	BRADFORD Nelson Street	2h 50m	11:00	Derby	Cheapest
Bus	23:20	Nelson Street, Bradford	2h 35m	01:55	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	23:20	Nelson Street, Bradford	2h 35m	01:55	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	No tags
Bus	16:50	BRADFORD Nelson Street	2h 45m	19:35	Derby	No tags
Bus	23:20	Nelson Street, Bradford	2h 35m	01:55	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Bradford to Derby on 30 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:10	BRADFORD Nelson Street	2h 50m	11:00	Derby	Cheapest
Bus	23:20	Nelson Street, Bradford	2h 35m	01:55	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	23:20	Nelson Street, Bradford	2h 35m	01:55	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	No tags
Bus	16:50	BRADFORD Nelson Street	2h 45m	19:35	Derby	No tags
Bus	23:20	Nelson Street, Bradford	2h 35m	01:55	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Bradford to Derby on 31 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:10	BRADFORD Nelson Street	2h 50m	11:00	Derby	Cheapest
Bus	23:20	Nelson Street, Bradford	2h 35m	01:55	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	23:20	Nelson Street, Bradford	2h 35m	01:55	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	No tags
Bus	16:50	BRADFORD Nelson Street	2h 45m	19:35	Derby	No tags
Bus	23:20	Nelson Street, Bradford	2h 35m	01:55	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Bradford to Derby on 1 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:15	BRADFORD Nelson Street	3h 5m	02:20	Derby	Cheapest
Bus	23:20	Nelson Street, Bradford	2h 35m	01:55	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	23:20	Nelson Street, Bradford	2h 35m	01:55	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	No tags
Bus	08:10	BRADFORD Nelson Street	2h 50m	11:00	Derby	No tags
Bus	16:50	BRADFORD Nelson Street	2h 45m	19:35	Derby	No tags

Next departures from Bradford to Derby on 2 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:20	Nelson Street, Bradford	2h 35m	01:55	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	23:20	Nelson Street, Bradford	2h 35m	01:55	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	No tags
Bus	08:10	BRADFORD Nelson Street	2h 50m	11:00	Derby	No tags
Bus	23:20	Nelson Street, Bradford	2h 35m	01:55	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	No tags
Bus	16:50	BRADFORD Nelson Street	2h 45m	19:35	Derby	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 07:51 GMT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Bradford 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 1 hour 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 50mAverage duration

62 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£6 - £23	Average duration2h 45m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£11 - £11	Average duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Bradford and Derby?

Stops in Bradford

A
Bradford Interchange
2 Bridge St, Bradford BD1 1TU, UK
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B
Bradford Coach Station
Unit 7, Metro Interchange, , Bradford BD1 1TU

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

FlixBus

3.5/512,160 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

National Express

4/529,871 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

Wi‑Fi3.4

Based on 29871 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at £6

National Express Bradford Derby recent customer reviews

Smooth journey and convince. Value for money

Mahindar S.

15 September 2024

It's was great

Mohammad K.

11 August 2017

GB bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Bradford to Derby

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

How much is the bus ticket from Bradford to Derby?
The cheapest coach tickets from Bradford to Derby start from £6. The average price for this route is around £10. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Bradford to Derby?
The average bus journey time from Bradford to Derby is 2h 45m, covering a distance of 61 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 2h 35m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Bradford to Derby route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, National Express.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bradford to Derby?
The earliest bus departs from Bradford to Derby at 08:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:20.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bradford to Derby?
A bus journey from Bradford to Derby produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Bradford 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.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Bradford to Derby?
Based on Busbud reviews, 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 Bradford 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 Bradford 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

26/01

£6

27/01

£6

Today

£6

29/01

£6

30/01

£6

31/01

£6

01/02

£6

02/02

£5

The cheapest trip from Bradford to Derby was searched and found on 2 Feb 2026 with a price of £5

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

You can expect to pay from £5 to £22 for a bus ticket from Bradford to Derby based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £5, which is on 2026-02-02.

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.