How much is the bus ticket from Leicester to Derby?

The cheapest coach tickets from Leicester to Derby 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 Leicester to Derby?

The average bus journey time from Leicester to Derby is 1h 30m, covering a distance of 25 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 50m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Leicester to Derby route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 30 buses available per day, including services from National Express , FlixBus , Megabus UK .

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

The earliest bus departs from Leicester to Derby at 00:40. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.

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

A bus journey from Leicester to Derby 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 Leicester 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 29741 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Leicester 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 Leicester 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.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Leicester 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 Leicester to Derby from £4 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Leicester to Derby on 1 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:15	Leicester (Fosse Park)	1h 30m	18:45	Derby	Cheapest
Bus	23:30	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	55m	00:25	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	05:45	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 30m	07:15	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	No tags
Bus	18:45	Leicester (Fosse Park)	2h	20:45	Derby	No tags
Bus	05:45	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 30m	07:15	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Leicester to Derby on 2 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:25	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 5m	12:30	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	02:40	Leicester (Fosse Park)	50m	03:30	Derby	Fastest
Bus	00:40	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 30m	02:10	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	No tags
Bus	00:55	Leicester (Fosse Park)	1h 45m	02:40	Derby	No tags
Bus	00:40	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 30m	02:10	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Leicester to Derby on 3 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:25	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 5m	12:30	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	02:40	Leicester (Fosse Park)	50m	03:30	Derby	Fastest
Bus	00:40	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 30m	02:10	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	No tags
Bus	00:55	Leicester (Fosse Park)	1h 45m	02:40	Derby	No tags
Bus	00:40	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 30m	02:10	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Leicester to Derby on 4 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:25	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 5m	12:30	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	02:40	Leicester (Fosse Park)	50m	03:30	Derby	Fastest
Bus	00:40	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 30m	02:10	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	No tags
Bus	00:55	Leicester (Fosse Park)	1h 45m	02:40	Derby	No tags
Bus	00:40	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 30m	02:10	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Leicester to Derby on 5 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	13:30	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 15m	14:45	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	02:40	Leicester (Fosse Park)	50m	03:30	Derby	Fastest
Bus	00:40	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 30m	02:10	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	No tags
Bus	00:55	Leicester (Fosse Park)	1h 45m	02:40	Derby	No tags
Bus	00:40	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 30m	02:10	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Leicester to Derby on 6 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:25	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 5m	12:30	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	02:40	Leicester (Fosse Park)	50m	03:30	Derby	Fastest
Bus	00:40	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 30m	02:10	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	No tags
Bus	00:55	Leicester (Fosse Park)	1h 45m	02:40	Derby	No tags
Bus	00:40	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 30m	02:10	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Leicester to Derby on 7 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:25	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 5m	12:30	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	02:40	Leicester (Fosse Park)	50m	03:30	Derby	Fastest
Bus	00:40	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 30m	02:10	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	No tags
Bus	00:55	Leicester (Fosse Park)	1h 45m	02:40	Derby	No tags
Bus	00:40	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 30m	02:10	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 19:54 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Leicester 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 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £3, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

30mAverage duration

25 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£5 - £9	Average duration1h 30m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£5 - £33	Average duration31m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£3 - £4	Average duration30m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Leicester and Derby?

Stops in Leicester

A
St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station
St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station, St Margaret's, Leicester LE1 3AG, UK
Visit page
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

Stops in Derby

A
Derby Riverlights Bus Station
Central Bus Station, Morledge, Derby, Derby DE1 2AY, UK
Visit page
B
Morledge Bus Station
Noahs Ark Inn, 23 Morledge, Derby DE1 2AW, UK

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,741 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

According to customer reviews, this bus service is a safe and affordable option for travel. However, there have been multiple reports of significant delays with the buses being over an hour and a half late.

National Express Leicester Derby recent customer reviews

the bus was over an hour and a half late

Honey H.

5 June 2023

A safe, timely and affordable way to travel

Uduak Obong O.

5 January 2022

FlixBus

3.5/511,485 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 Leicester 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 Leicester to Derby?
The cheapest coach tickets from Leicester to Derby 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 Leicester to Derby?
The average bus journey time from Leicester to Derby is 1h 30m, covering a distance of 25 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 50m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Leicester to Derby route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 30 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus, Megabus UK.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Leicester to Derby?
The earliest bus departs from Leicester to Derby at 00:40. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Leicester to Derby?
A bus journey from Leicester to Derby 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 Leicester 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 29741 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Leicester 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 Leicester 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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Leicester 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

29/11

£4

30/11

£4

Today

£4

02/12

£4

03/12

£4

04/12

£4

05/12

£4

06/12

£4

The cheapest trip from Leicester to Derby 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 Leicester to Derby as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £4 to £10 for a bus ticket from Leicester to Derby based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £4, which is on 2025-12-02.

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.