The cheapest and fastest buses from Glasgow to Derby
Cheapest price
€33
Average price
€44
Fastest journey
11 h 55 m
Average duration
13 h 23 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
373 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Glasgow to Derby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Derby will cost around €44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €33.
It's difficult to get from Glasgow to Derby without transferring at least once.
NX180 · NX134
NX590 · NX134
NX181 · NX172 · NX133
NX590 · NX134
NX180 · NX134
NX181 · NX172 · NX133Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Glasgow to Derby
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Derby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 13m. 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 €20, and a train costs an average of €37.
Distance: 373 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€41 Average price Cheapest | €101 Average price | €72 Average price |
8h 28m Average total duration 7h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 13m Average total duration 4h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.1 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Glasgow to Derby bus times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Derby buses for today, Sunday, November 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX180 · NX134 | 7:55 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 12h40 | 8:35 AM Derby, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:40 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 13h10 | 11:50 AM Derby, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, November 10 | |||||
NX590 · NX134 | On time 8:40 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 11h55 | 8:35 PM Derby, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Glasgow to Derby
Buses from Glasgow to Derby run on average 4 times per day, taking around 7h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €20 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:09, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 373 km distance in 11h 50m.
Distance 373 km |
Average bus duration 7h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 11h 50m |
First bus 00:09 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Glasgow to DerbyYou can travel by bus between Glasgow to Derby with National Express, FlixBus for as low as €20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Glasgow to Derby
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow 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 Glasgow, you have various coach station options to start your journey from including Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow, Hampden Park and Glasgow, Hangingshaw Pl (Hampden Park and Ride). When arriving in Derby, you can end your journey 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 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.1 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.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Glasgow to Derby
- 05:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Buchanan (in the station)
- Coffee Express (in the station)
- Fast Bites (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 500, 900, 38, 60A Train: Queen Street Station Metro: Buchanan Street
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