4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Derby to Nottingham
Cheapest price
€6
Average price
€12
Fastest journey
30 m
Average duration
2 h 7 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
22 km
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 €12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €6.
Of the 3 buses that leave Derby for Nottingham on Sun, Mar 22, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Mar 22 the direct buses cover the 22 km distance in an average of 2 h 7 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 30 m .
On Sun, Mar 22 the slowest buses will take 3 h 10 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 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 |
|---|---|
€12 Average price | €7 Average price Cheapest |
1h 43m Average total duration 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 56m Average total duration Fastest 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Derby to Nottingham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Derby to Nottingham buses for today, Saturday, March 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX440 · NX230 | 3:10 PM Derby, Bus Station | 2h35 | 5:45 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX440 · NX240 | 5:40 PM Derby, Bus Station | 2h35 | 8:15 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, March 22 | |||||
| 8:15 AM Derby | 0h30 | 8:45 AM Nottingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:15 AM Derby | 3h10 | 12:25 PM Nottingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:15 AM Derby | 2h40 | 1:55 PM Nottingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Derby to Nottingham by train or bus
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Why should you book Derby to Nottingham buses with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of National Express or Trent Barton to find the best option for your trip from Derby to Nottingham.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of National Express or Trent Barton to find the best option for your trip from Derby to Nottingham.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Derby to Nottingham
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Buses from Derby to Nottingham run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €4 but you can travel from only €2 by train.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:57. The fastest bus covers the 22 km distance in 30m.
Distance 22 km |
Average bus duration 1h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 30m |
First bus 00:01 |
Last bus 23:57 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, National Express, Trent Barton from Derby to NottinghamYou can travel by bus between Derby to Nottingham with FlixBus, National Express, Trent Barton for as low as €2. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Trent Barton
FAQs: Bus from Derby to Nottingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby to Nottingham 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 Nottingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- National Express
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Derby to Nottingham
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Broadmarsh (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Coffee Corner (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 Train: East Midlands Railway
ParkingATMWCBike ParkingMore options for your journey from Derby to Nottingham
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