The cheapest and fastest buses from Edinburgh to Derby
Cheapest price
€34
Average price
€45
Fastest journey
10 h 30 m
Average duration
12 h 13 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
355 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Edinburgh to Derby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Derby will cost around €45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €34.
It's difficult to get from Edinburgh to Derby without transferring at least once.
NX183 · NX134
FlixBus · FlixBus
NX180 · NX134
FlixBus · FlixBus
NX183 · NX172 · NX466
FlixBus · FlixBus
NX180 · NX134
NX183 · NX134
FlixBus · FlixBus
NX183 · NX172 · NX466Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Edinburgh to Derby
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Derby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, and a train costs an average of €32.
Distance: 355 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€42 Average price Cheapest | €81 Average price | €75 Average price |
8h 30m Average total duration 8h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 38m Average total duration 4h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.1 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Derby bus times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Derby buses for today, Sunday, February 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:10 PM Edinburgh | 11h25 | 7:35 AM Derby | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:40 PM Edinburgh | 13h10 | 10:50 AM Derby | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, February 9 | |||||
NX183 · NX134 | On time 8:45 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 11h50 | 8:35 PM Derby, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:05 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 10h30 | 7:35 PM Derby, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX183 · NX172 · NX466 | On time 11:45 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 14h10 | 1:55 AM Derby, Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to Derby
Buses from Edinburgh to Derby run on average 3 times per day, taking around 8h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €24 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 01:15, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 355 km distance in 10h 30m.
Distance 355 km |
Average bus duration 8h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price €24 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 10h 30m |
First bus 01:15 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Edinburgh to DerbyYou can travel by bus between Edinburgh to Derby with National Express, FlixBus for as low as €24. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
National Express
FAQs: Bus from Edinburgh to Derby
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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.

- 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 Edinburgh to Derby
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Sandwich Shop (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 11, 12, 16, 22, 25, 26, 44 Trams: T50 Trains: Edinburgh Waverley Station
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