4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Derby to Bradford
Cheapest price
€9
Average price
€17
Fastest journey
2 h 20 m
Average duration
2 h 53 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
99 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Derby to Bradford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Derby to Bradford will cost around €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €9.
Of the 3 buses that leave Derby for Bradford on Wed, Nov 19, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 19 the direct buses cover the 99 km distance in an average of 2 h 53 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .
On Wed, Nov 19 the slowest buses will take 3 h 55 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 Derby to Bradford
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Derby to Bradford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 46m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €16.
Distance: 99 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€11 Average price Cheapest | €40 Average price |
3h 6m Average total duration 2h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg 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
Derby to Bradford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Derby to Bradford buses for today, Tuesday, November 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 3:35 AM Derby, Bus Station | 2h50 | 6:25 AM Bradford, Interchange Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:55 AM Derby, Bus Station | 2h30 | 2:25 PM Bradford, Interchange Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:30 PM Derby, Bus Station | 2h20 | 9:50 PM Bradford, Interchange Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX134 | 8:40 PM Derby, Bus Station | 2h25 | 11:05 PM Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Derby to Bradford
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Buses from Derby to Bradford run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 99 km distance in 2h 20m.
Distance 99 km |
Average bus duration 2h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 2h 20m |
First bus 02:20 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Derby to BradfordYou can travel by bus between Derby to Bradford with National Express, FlixBus for as low as €7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Derby to Bradford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby to Bradford 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 Bradford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Derby, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Derby, Railway Station (Stop S1), Derby, Royal Way (Derby Arena) and Derby, Bus Station. When arriving in Bradford, you can end your journey in coach stations like Bradford, Nelson Street (Police Station), Bradford, Interchange Station and Bradford, William Street.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Derby, Railway Station (Stop S1), which is located around 0.8 miles (1.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Bradford, Nelson Street (Police Station), located 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre.
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