How far is Nottingham from Derby?

Nottingham and Derby are 14 miles (23 km) apart.

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

Most of the buses traveling from Nottingham to Derby leave from Coach Station and arrive at Derby Riverlights Bus Station. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

Bus Nottingham to Derby from $5 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Nottingham to Derby on November 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:35pm	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	45m	10:20pm	Derby	Cheapest
Bus	5:40pm	University of Nottingham	30m	6:10pm	Derby	Fastest
Bus	9:40am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 50m	12:30pm	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	No tags
Bus	5:25pm	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	45m	6:10pm	Derby	No tags
Bus	9:40am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 50m	12:30pm	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:01 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Nottingham 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 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 48m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$5 - $34	Average Duration28m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$3 - $3	Average Duration20m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Nottingham and Derby?

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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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

4/529,735 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,454 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.

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Nottingham to Derby by bus

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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

$6

11/29

$6

11/30

$6

12/01

$5

12/02

$5

The cheapest trip from Nottingham to Derby 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 Nottingham to Derby, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $5 to $23 for a bus ticket from Nottingham to Derby based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $5 which is on 2025-12-01.

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.