What is the travel distance from Derby to Nottingham?

About 14 miles (23 km) separate Derby and Nottingham.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Derby to Nottingham?

The majority of buses traveling from Derby to Nottingham start their journey at Derby Riverlights Bus Station and wind up at Coach Station. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Nottingham?

Once in Nottingham, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Nottingham Playhouse, The Caves, The Lace Market, Theatre Royal & Royal Concert Hall and Games Workshop Warhammer World.

Bus Derby to Nottingham from $5 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Derby to Nottingham on November 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:10pm	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	3h 30m	4:40pm	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	No tags
Bus	3:10pm	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	2h 55m	6:05pm	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	No tags
Bus	3:10pm	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	3h 10m	6:20pm	University of Nottingham	No tags
Bus	5:40pm	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	4h 25m	10:05pm	University of Nottingham	No tags
Bus	5:40pm	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	2h 35m	8:15pm	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	No tags

Compare 3 ways to go from Derby to Nottingham

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Nottingham. The journey takes about 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $3, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

20mAverage Duration

14 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$8 - $20	Average Duration2h 45m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$6 - $33	Average Duration26m	CO₂ emissions 0kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$3 - $5	Average Duration20m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Derby and Nottingham?

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 Nottingham

A
Coach Station
Broad March Bus Station, Canal Street, Nottingham, NG1
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B
34 Long Row W
34 Long Row W, Nottingham NG1 2DR, UK
C
33 Derby Rd
33 Derby Rd, Nottingham NG7 2QB, UK
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Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,731 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,440 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Derby to Nottingham by bus

What is the travel distance from Derby to Nottingham?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Derby to Nottingham?
What are the best sights and things to do in Nottingham?

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/23

$6

11/24

$6

Today

$5

11/26

$5

11/27

$5

11/28

$6

11/29

$6

11/30

$6

The cheapest trip from Derby to Nottingham was searched and found on Nov 25, 2025 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 Derby to Nottingham, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $5 to $25 for a bus ticket from Derby to Nottingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $5 which is on 2025-11-26.

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.