How much is the bus ticket from Derby to Sheffield?

The cheapest coach tickets from Derby to Sheffield start from £5. The average price for this route is around £14. 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 Sheffield?

The average bus journey time from Derby to Sheffield is 1h 5m, covering a distance of 35 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h and is operated by Megabus UK .

Which bus companies service the Derby to Sheffield route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 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 Sheffield?

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

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

A bus journey from Derby to Sheffield 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 Sheffield?

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 Sheffield?

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 Sheffield?

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 Sheffield?

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 Sheffield from £4 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Derby to Sheffield on 30 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:55	Derby	1h 5m	13:00	Meadowhall Interchange	Cheapest
Bus	03:20	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	1h 5m	04:25	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	Fastest
Bus	03:20	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	1h 5m	04:25	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	No tags
Bus	03:35	Derby	1h 20m	04:55	Sheffield	No tags
Bus	03:20	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	1h 15m	04:35	Sheffield, Meadowhall (M1 J34)	No tags

Next departures from Derby to Sheffield on 1 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:45	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	1h 5m	15:50	Sheffield, Meadowhall (M1 J34)	Cheapest
Bus	03:20	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	1h 5m	04:25	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	Fastest
Bus	03:20	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	1h 5m	04:25	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	No tags
Bus	11:55	Derby	1h 5m	13:00	Meadowhall Interchange	No tags
Bus	03:20	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	1h 15m	04:35	Sheffield, Meadowhall (M1 J34)	No tags

Next departures from Derby to Sheffield on 2 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	03:35	Derby	1h 20m	04:55	Sheffield	Cheapest
Bus	03:20	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	1h 5m	04:25	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	Fastest
Bus	03:20	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	1h 5m	04:25	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	No tags
Bus	11:55	Derby	1h 5m	13:00	Meadowhall Interchange	No tags
Bus	03:20	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	1h 15m	04:35	Sheffield, Meadowhall (M1 J34)	No tags

Next departures from Derby to Sheffield on 3 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	03:35	Derby	1h 20m	04:55	Sheffield	Cheapest
Bus	03:20	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	1h 5m	04:25	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	Fastest
Bus	03:20	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	1h 5m	04:25	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	No tags
Bus	11:55	Derby	1h 5m	13:00	Meadowhall Interchange	No tags
Bus	03:20	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	1h 15m	04:35	Sheffield, Meadowhall (M1 J34)	No tags

Next departures from Derby to Sheffield on 4 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:55	Derby	1h 5m	13:00	Meadowhall Interchange	Cheapest
Bus	03:20	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	1h 5m	04:25	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	Fastest
Bus	03:20	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	1h 5m	04:25	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	No tags
Bus	03:35	Derby	1h 20m	04:55	Sheffield	No tags
Bus	03:20	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	1h 15m	04:35	Sheffield, Meadowhall (M1 J34)	No tags

Next departures from Derby to Sheffield on 5 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	03:35	Derby	1h 20m	04:55	Sheffield	Cheapest
Bus	03:20	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	1h 5m	04:25	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	Fastest
Bus	03:20	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	1h 5m	04:25	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	No tags
Bus	11:55	Derby	1h 5m	13:00	Meadowhall Interchange	No tags
Bus	03:20	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	1h 15m	04:35	Sheffield, Meadowhall (M1 J34)	No tags

Next departures from Derby to Sheffield on 6 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	03:35	Derby	1h 20m	04:55	Sheffield	Cheapest
Bus	03:20	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	1h 5m	04:25	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	Fastest
Bus	03:20	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	1h 5m	04:25	Sheffield Coach Station Interchange	No tags
Bus	11:55	Derby	1h 5m	13:00	Meadowhall Interchange	No tags
Bus	03:20	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	1h 15m	04:35	Sheffield, Meadowhall (M1 J34)	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Derby to Sheffield

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Sheffield. The journey takes about 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

40mAverage duration

32 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£5 - £18	Average duration1h 5m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£4 - £49	Average duration32m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£5 - £5	Average duration40m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Derby and Sheffield?

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 Sheffield

A
Sheffield Coach Station Interchange
37104 Pond St, Sheffield S1, UK
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B
Meadowhall Interchange
Meadowhall Road (Interchange), Sheffield S9
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C
Sheffield Bus Stop
Alsing Rd, Sheffield S9 1EQ, UK
D
Brown St
Persistence Works, 21 Brown St, Sheffield S1 2BS, 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 Sheffield recent customer reviews

Journey was nice and comfortable but the coach was 45 minutes late to pick up and there was no information about anything. The info just disappeared off the screen once the die time had passed and no one I asked knew anything

Alisdair M.

27 August 2023

FlixBus

3.5/511,472 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Megabus UK

3.5/54,278 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 Sheffield

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 Sheffield?
The cheapest coach tickets from Derby to Sheffield start from £5. The average price for this route is around £14. 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 Sheffield?
The average bus journey time from Derby to Sheffield is 1h 5m, covering a distance of 35 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h and is operated by Megabus UK.
Which bus companies service the Derby to Sheffield route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 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 Sheffield?
The earliest bus departs from Derby to Sheffield at 00:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:05.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Derby to Sheffield?
A bus journey from Derby to Sheffield 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 Sheffield?
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 Sheffield?
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 Sheffield?
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 Sheffield?
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

27/11

£13

28/11

£14

Today

£6

30/11

£6

01/12

£4

02/12

£4

03/12

£4

04/12

£4

The cheapest trip from Derby to Sheffield was searched and found on 1 Dec 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 Sheffield as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £4 to £15 for a bus ticket from Derby to Sheffield based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £4, which is on 2025-12-01.

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.