How much is the bus ticket from Derby to Leicester?

The cheapest coach tickets from Derby to Leicester start from £5. The average price for this route is around £7. 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 Derby to Leicester?

The average bus journey time from Derby to Leicester is 1h 25m, covering a distance of 25 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 45m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Derby to Leicester route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 32 buses available per day, including services from National Express , FlixBus , Megabus UK .

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

The earliest bus departs from Derby to Leicester at 00:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:05.

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

A bus journey from Derby to Leicester produces an estimated 1 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 Derby to Leicester?

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.

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

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 Derby to Leicester?

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.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Derby to Leicester?

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 Derby to Leicester from £4 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Derby to Leicester on 29 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:05	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	1h 35m	19:40	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	06:50	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	45m	07:35	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	00:10	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	1h 25m	01:35	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	00:50	Derby	1h 50m	02:40	Leicester (Fosse Park)	No tags
Bus	00:10	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	1h 25m	01:35	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Derby to Leicester on 30 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:10	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	1h 5m	08:15	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	06:50	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	45m	07:35	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	00:10	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	1h 25m	01:35	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	00:50	Derby	1h 50m	02:40	Leicester (Fosse Park)	No tags
Bus	00:10	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	1h 25m	01:35	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Derby to Leicester on 1 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	02:25	Derby	50m	03:15	Leicester (Fosse Park)	Cheapest
Bus	06:05	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	50m	06:55	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	00:10	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	1h 25m	01:35	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	00:50	Derby	1h 50m	02:40	Leicester (Fosse Park)	No tags
Bus	00:10	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	1h 25m	01:35	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Derby to Leicester on 2 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	02:25	Derby	50m	03:15	Leicester (Fosse Park)	Cheapest
Bus	06:05	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	50m	06:55	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	00:10	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	1h 25m	01:35	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	00:50	Derby	1h 50m	02:40	Leicester (Fosse Park)	No tags
Bus	00:10	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	1h 25m	01:35	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Derby to Leicester on 3 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	02:25	Derby	50m	03:15	Leicester (Fosse Park)	Cheapest
Bus	06:05	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	50m	06:55	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	00:10	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	1h 25m	01:35	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	00:50	Derby	1h 50m	02:40	Leicester (Fosse Park)	No tags
Bus	00:10	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	1h 25m	01:35	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Derby to Leicester on 4 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	04:40	Derby	2h 5m	06:45	Leicester (Fosse Park)	Cheapest
Bus	06:05	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	50m	06:55	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	00:10	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	1h 25m	01:35	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	00:50	Derby	1h 50m	02:40	Leicester (Fosse Park)	No tags
Bus	00:10	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	1h 25m	01:35	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Derby to Leicester on 5 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	02:25	Derby	50m	03:15	Leicester (Fosse Park)	Cheapest
Bus	06:05	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	50m	06:55	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	00:10	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	1h 25m	01:35	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	00:50	Derby	1h 50m	02:40	Leicester (Fosse Park)	No tags
Bus	00:10	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	1h 25m	01:35	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Derby to Leicester

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Leicester. The journey takes about 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13train per day

30mAverage duration

25 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£5 - £11	Average duration1h 25m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£5 - £32	Average duration30m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£3 - £3	Average duration1h	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Derby and Leicester?

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

Stops in Leicester

A
St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station
St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station, St Margaret's, Leicester LE1 3AG, UK
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B
Leicester
62 Belgrave Gate, Leicester, LE1 3GQ, United Kingdom
C
Leicester Forest East (Service Area), Northbound
M1 Motorway, Northbound, Leicester LE3
D
Leicester - Fosse Park Bus Stop
Fosse Park Avenue, Leicester LE19 1HQ, UK

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,740 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Based on 29740 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 £5

National Express Derby Leicester recent customer reviews

Driver was 30min late which made me late for work, not happy

Damian D.

1 September 2023

Nice and fast truck :)

Dairis V.

28 November 2022

Amazing and good value for money.

Russell M.

9 August 2021

FlixBus

3.5/511,471 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Megabus UK

3.5/54,277 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi2.6

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Derby to Leicester

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 Derby to Leicester?
The cheapest coach tickets from Derby to Leicester start from £5. The average price for this route is around £7. 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 Derby to Leicester?
The average bus journey time from Derby to Leicester is 1h 25m, covering a distance of 25 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 45m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Derby to Leicester route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 32 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus, Megabus UK.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Derby to Leicester?
The earliest bus departs from Derby to Leicester at 00:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:05.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Derby to Leicester?
A bus journey from Derby to Leicester produces an estimated 1 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 Derby to Leicester?
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.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Derby to Leicester?
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 Derby to Leicester?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Derby to Leicester?
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

26/11

£4

27/11

£4

Today

£5

29/11

£4

30/11

£4

01/12

£4

02/12

£4

03/12

£4

The cheapest trip from Derby to Leicester was searched and found on 29 Nov 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 £10 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 2025-11-29.

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.