Derby to Nottingham bus with National Express

Wed, Nov 05
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The cheapest and fastest buses from Derby to Nottingham

Showing times and prices for Nov 06

Cheapest price

€6

Average price

€13

Fastest journey

45 m

Average duration

2 h 31 m

Buses per day

5

Distance

22 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Derby to Nottingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Derby to Nottingham will cost around €13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €6.

Fast buses

Of the 5 buses that leave Derby for Nottingham on Thu, Nov 06, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Nov 06 the direct buses cover the 22 km distance in an average of 2 h 31 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 45 m .

On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest buses will take 3 h 30 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.

FlixBus
11:55AM0h45
Derby
12:40PMNottingham
61One-way
0 transfers
National Express
03:50AM2h45
Derby
06:35AMNottingham
121One-way
0 transfers
National Express
02:10PM2h55
Derby
05:05PMNottingham
151One-way
0 transfers
National Express
12:10PM3h30
Derby
03:40PMNottingham
161One-way
0 transfers
National Express
04:40PM2h40
Derby
07:20PMNottingham
171One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Derby to Nottingham

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Derby to Nottingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €2, and a bus costs an average of €4.

Distance: 22 km

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Bus
Most popular
Train

€11

Average price

€7

Average price

Cheapest

2h 4m

Average total duration

1h 34m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

56m

Average total duration

Fastest

26m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

National Express

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CrossCountry

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Direct Options

Direct Options

Live departures

Derby to Nottingham bus times

Showing buses for today, Wednesday, November 5
Last updated at 12:53 AM
Last updated at 12:53 AM

ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
national_expressNX440 · NX1964:50 AM Derby, Bus Station
2h45
7:35 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station1 transfer
national_expressNX440 · NX1836:40 AM Derby, Bus Station
3h10
9:50 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus8:15 AM Derby, Bus Station
0h30
8:45 AM Nottingham, University of Nottingham0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus8:15 AM Derby, Bus Station
0h45
9:00 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX440 · NX230
Delayed
9:15 AM Derby, Bus Station
3h15
12:40 PM 12:40 PMNottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
1 transfer
national_expressNX440 · NX15011:15 AM Derby, Bus Station
2h40
1:55 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus12:55 PM Derby, Bus Station
0h30
1:25 PM Nottingham, University of Nottingham0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus12:55 PM Derby, Bus Station
0h45
1:40 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX440 · NX230
On time
1:10 PM Derby, Bus Station
3h30
4:40 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
1 transfer
national_expressNX440 · NX230
On time
3:10 PM Derby, Bus Station
2h55
6:05 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
1 transfer
national_expressNX440 · NX1505:40 PM Derby, Bus Station
2h40
8:20 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Derby to Nottingham

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Buses from Derby to Nottingham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €4 but you can travel from only €2 by train.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €2
Distance
22 km
Average bus duration
1h 34m
Cheapest ticket price
€4
Buses per day
6
Direct buses
1
Fastest bus
30m
First bus
00:01
Last bus
23:58
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €2

Bus providers: National Express, Trent Barton from Derby to NottinghamYou can travel by bus between Derby to Nottingham with National Express, Trent Barton for as low as €2. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 35m
Cheapest Price
€8
National Express frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

Trent Barton

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
31m
Cheapest Price
€5
Trent Barton frequency
50 a day

FAQs: Bus from Derby to Nottingham

FAQs: Take the bus from Derby to Nottingham with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Derby to Nottingham.
FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Derby to Nottingham can start from as little as €6 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Derby to Nottingham is €14; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Derby to Nottingham coach time is 30 min   covering the 22 km long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Derby to Nottingham leaves at 00: 01. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Derby to Nottingham leaves at 23: 58.
There are 5 coaches a day from Derby to Nottingham which require at least one change with National Express or Trent Barton. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Derby to Nottingham, you can count on National Express or Trent Barton for the best way to get you to Nottingham. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service to Nottingham from Derby and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A day trip to Nottingham from Derby is worth doing with a journey time of 30 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Derby to Nottingham by coach is November.
You have options as you can travel from Derby to Nottingham 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Derby to Nottingham has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Derby to Nottingham.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Derby to Nottingham.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Derby to Nottingham.
    No, luggage for the coach from Derby to Nottingham needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Derby to Nottingham.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Derby to Nottingham.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Derby to Nottingham.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Derby to Nottingham.

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    The major bus station for departures in Derby is Derby, Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Derby, Bus Station for your trip from Derby to Nottingham.
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