How much is the bus ticket from Leicester to Derby?

The cheapest bus tickets from Leicester to Derby start from $6. The average price for this route is around $9. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Leicester to Derby?

The average bus trip duration from Leicester to Derby is 1h 30m, covering a distance of 25 miles (39 km). The quickest bus can get 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 12:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.

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

A bus trip from Leicester to Derby generates an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What 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 29733 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Leicester to Derby?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 $5 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Leicester to Derby on November 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:35pm	Leicester (Fosse Park)	1h 30m	12:05am	Derby	Cheapest
Bus	11:30pm	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	55m	12:25am	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	6:40pm	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 30m	8:10pm	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	No tags
Bus	6:45pm	Leicester (Fosse Park)	2h	8:45pm	Derby	No tags
Bus	6:40pm	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 30m	8:10pm	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Leicester to Derby on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:45am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 30m	7:15am	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	2:40am	Leicester (Fosse Park)	50m	3:30am	Derby	Fastest
Bus	12:40am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 30m	2:10am	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	No tags
Bus	12:55am	Leicester (Fosse Park)	1h 45m	2:40am	Derby	No tags
Bus	12:40am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 30m	2:10am	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Leicester to Derby on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:45am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 30m	7:15am	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	2:40am	Leicester (Fosse Park)	50m	3:30am	Derby	Fastest
Bus	12:40am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 30m	2:10am	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	No tags
Bus	12:55am	Leicester (Fosse Park)	1h 45m	2:40am	Derby	No tags
Bus	12:40am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 30m	2:10am	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Leicester to Derby on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:40am	Leicester (Fosse Park)	50m	3:30am	Derby	CheapestFastest
Bus	12:40am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 30m	2:10am	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	No tags
Bus	12:55am	Leicester (Fosse Park)	1h 45m	2:40am	Derby	No tags
Bus	12:40am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 30m	2:10am	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	No tags
Bus	5:15pm	Leicester (Fosse Park)	1h 30m	6:45pm	Derby	No tags

Next departures for Leicester to Derby on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:40am	Leicester (Fosse Park)	50m	3:30am	Derby	CheapestFastest
Bus	12:40am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 30m	2:10am	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	No tags
Bus	12:55am	Leicester (Fosse Park)	1h 45m	2:40am	Derby	No tags
Bus	12:40am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 30m	2:10am	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	No tags
Bus	5:15pm	Leicester (Fosse Park)	1h 30m	6:45pm	Derby	No tags

Next departures for Leicester to Derby on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:40am	Leicester (Fosse Park)	50m	3:30am	Derby	CheapestFastest
Bus	12:40am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 30m	2:10am	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	No tags
Bus	12:55am	Leicester (Fosse Park)	1h 45m	2:40am	Derby	No tags
Bus	12:40am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 30m	2:10am	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	No tags
Bus	5:15pm	Leicester (Fosse Park)	1h 30m	6:45pm	Derby	No tags

Next departures for Leicester to Derby on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:40am	Leicester (Fosse Park)	50m	3:30am	Derby	CheapestFastest
Bus	12:40am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 30m	2:10am	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	No tags
Bus	12:55am	Leicester (Fosse Park)	1h 45m	2:40am	Derby	No tags
Bus	12:40am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 30m	2:10am	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	No tags
Bus	5:15pm	Leicester (Fosse Park)	1h 30m	6:45pm	Derby	No tags

Next departures for Leicester to Derby on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:40am	Leicester (Fosse Park)	50m	3:30am	Derby	CheapestFastest
Bus	12:40am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 30m	2:10am	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	No tags
Bus	12:55am	Leicester (Fosse Park)	1h 45m	2:40am	Derby	No tags
Bus	12:40am	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 30m	2:10am	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	No tags
Bus	5:15pm	Leicester (Fosse Park)	1h 30m	6:45pm	Derby	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 4:44 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Leicester to Derby

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the 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$6 - $11	Average Duration1h 30m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$7 - $42	Average Duration31m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$3 - $5	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

4/529,736 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.

June 5, 2023

A safe, timely and affordable way to travel

Uduak Obong O.

January 5, 2022

FlixBus

3.5/511,456 reviews

Staff4.2

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.

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 traveling from Leicester to Derby by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Leicester to Derby?
The cheapest bus tickets from Leicester to Derby start from $6. The average price for this route is around $9. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Leicester to Derby?
The average bus trip duration from Leicester to Derby is 1h 30m, covering a distance of 25 miles (39 km). The quickest bus can get 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 12:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Leicester to Derby?
A bus trip from Leicester to Derby generates an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What 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 29733 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Leicester to Derby?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Leicester to Derby?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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

11/25

$5

11/26

$5

Today

$5

11/28

$5

11/29

$5

11/30

$5

12/01

$5

12/02

$5

The cheapest trip from Leicester to Derby was searched and found on Nov 29, 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 Leicester to Derby, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $5 to $13 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 $5 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.