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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Bristol to Derby
Cheapest price
€10
Average price
€18
Fastest journey
4 h
Average duration
7 h 16 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
180 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bristol to Derby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Derby will cost around €18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €10.
Of the 4 buses that leave Bristol for Derby on Sun, Dec 21, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct buses cover the 180 km distance in an average of 7 h 16 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 8 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bristol to Derby
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Derby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a train costs an average of €17.
Distance: 180 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
|---|---|
€22 Average price Cheapest | €61 Average price |
3h 54m Average total duration 3h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bristol to Derby bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Derby buses for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1:00 PM Bristol | 8h20 | 9:20 PM Derby | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:35 PM Bristol | 4h00 | 7:35 PM Derby | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:25 PM Bristol | 8h15 | 1:40 AM Derby | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bristol to Derby
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Buses from Bristol to Derby run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 180 km distance in 3h 40m.
Distance 180 km |
Average bus duration 3h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 3h 40m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: National Express from Bristol to DerbyYou can travel by bus between Bristol to Derby with National Express for as low as €10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Bristol to Derby
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Derby by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Derby, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Bristol, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Bristol, Airport Bus Station, Bristol, Airport and Bristol, Station Approach (Temple Meads - Stop T1). When arriving in Derby, you can end your route in coach stations like Derby, Railway Station (Stop S1), Derby, Royal Way (Derby Arena) and Derby, Bus Station.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bristol, Airport Bus Station, which is located around 8.9 miles (14.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Derby, Railway Station (Stop S1), located 0.8 miles (1.3 km) away from the city centre.
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