How much is the bus ticket from Sunderland to Derby?

The cheapest coach tickets from Sunderland to Derby start from £13. The average price for this route is around £34. 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 Sunderland to Derby?

The average bus journey time from Sunderland to Derby is 5h 15m, covering a distance of 137 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 4h 20m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Sunderland to Derby route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from National Express , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Sunderland to Derby at 10:00. And the latest bus departs at 18:05.

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

A bus journey from Sunderland to Derby produces an estimated 6 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 Sunderland 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 29858 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Sunderland 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 Sunderland 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 Sunderland 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 Sunderland to Derby from £17 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Sunderland to Derby on 22 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:25	Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop	5h 10m	19:35	Derby	Cheapest
Bus	10:15	SUNDERLAND	4h 20m	14:35	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	10:15	SUNDERLAND	4h 20m	14:35	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	No tags
Bus	18:05	SUNDERLAND	7h 50m	01:55	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	No tags
Bus	18:05	SUNDERLAND	7h 50m	01:55	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Sunderland 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 3 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

3h 30mAverage duration

137 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£13 - £72	Average duration5h 15m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£19 - £19	Average duration3h 30m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Sunderland and Derby?

Stops in Sunderland

A
Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane) Bus Stop
30 Park Lane, Sunderland SR1, UK
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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

National Express

4/529,866 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

FlixBus

3.5/512,129 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Sunderland 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 Sunderland to Derby?
The cheapest coach tickets from Sunderland to Derby start from £13. The average price for this route is around £34. 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 Sunderland to Derby?
The average bus journey time from Sunderland to Derby is 5h 15m, covering a distance of 137 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 4h 20m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Sunderland to Derby route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Sunderland to Derby?
The earliest bus departs from Sunderland to Derby at 10:00. And the latest bus departs at 18:05.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sunderland to Derby?
A bus journey from Sunderland to Derby produces an estimated 6 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 Sunderland 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 29858 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Sunderland 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 Sunderland 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 Sunderland 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.

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The cheapest trip from Sunderland to Derby was searched and found on 22 Jan 2026 with a price of £17

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

You can expect to pay from £17 to £48 for a bus ticket from Sunderland to Derby based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £17, which is on 2026-01-22.