The cheapest and fastest buses from Liverpool to Derby
Cheapest price
€34
Average price
€42
Fastest journey
4 h 30 m
Average duration
5 h 24 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
114 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Liverpool to Derby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Derby will cost around €42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €34.
It's difficult to get from Liverpool to Derby without transferring at least once.
NX550 · NX134
NX550 · NX133
NX170 · NX134
NX170 · NX134
NX170 · NX134
NX550 · NX134
NX550 · NX133
NX170 · NX134
NX170 · NX134
NX170 · NX134Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Liverpool to Derby
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Derby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 7m. 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 €15, and a train costs an average of €15.
Distance: 114 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€26 Average price Cheapest | €41 Average price |
4h 43m Average total duration 4h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 37m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg 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
Liverpool to Derby bus times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Derby buses for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX170 · NX134 | Delayed 10:50 AM 2:40 AMLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 6h05 | 8:45 AM Derby, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX170 · NX134 | Delayed 1:43 PM 2:45 AMLiverpool, University | 6h00 | 8:45 AM Derby, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX550 · NX777 · NX440 | Delayed 10:10 AM 6:25 AMLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 8h05 | 3:10 PM 3:10 PMDerby, Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
NX170 · NX133 | Delayed 10:50 AM 8:05 AMLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 6h30 | 2:35 PM Derby, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX170 · NX133 | Delayed 1:43 PM 8:13 AMLiverpool, University | 6h22 | 2:35 PM Derby, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX550 · NX133 | On time 10:10 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 4h30 | 2:40 PM Derby, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX550 · NX134 | On time 4:05 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 4h30 | 8:35 PM Derby, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX170 · NX466 | On time 7:15 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 6h40 | 1:55 AM Derby, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX170 · NX466 | On time 7:23 PM Liverpool, University | 6h32 | 1:55 AM Derby, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, December 21 | |||||
NX170 · NX134 | 2:40 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 6h05 | 8:45 AM Derby, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX170 · NX134 | 2:45 AM Liverpool, University | 6h00 | 8:45 AM Derby, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX170 · NX134 | 2:48 AM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 5h57 | 8:45 AM Derby, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Liverpool to Derby
Buses from Liverpool to Derby run on average 11 times per day, taking around 4h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €15 but you can travel from only €15 by train.
The earliest bus runs at 00:09, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 114 km distance in 4h 30m.
Distance 114 km |
Average bus duration 4h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Buses per day 11 |
Fastest bus 4h 30m |
First bus 00:09 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Liverpool to DerbyYou can travel by bus between Liverpool to Derby with National Express, FlixBus for as low as €15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Liverpool to Derby
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool 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 Liverpool, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place, Liverpool, University and Liverpool, Liverpool One. When arriving in Derby, you can end your trip 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 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place, which is located around 1.2 miles (1.9 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 Liverpool to Derby
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café in the Station (in the station)
- Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 10A, 14, 14A, 18, 79, 82 Train: Merseyrail
- Bus: 699, 86C, 86A Train: Liverpool Lime Street
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