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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from London Stansted Airport to Derby
Cheapest price
€30
Average price
€36
Fastest journey
5 h 10 m
Average duration
5 h 58 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
165 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London Stansted Airport to Derby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Stansted Airport to Derby will cost around €36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €30.
Of the 6 buses that leave London Stansted Airport for Derby on Fri, Jun 19, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct buses cover the 165 km distance in an average of 5 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 10 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest buses will take 7 h 35 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.
1:05 AM6h10London Stansted Airport7:15 AMDerby€301One-way0 transfers- 10:40 AM7h35London Stansted Airport6:15 PMDerby€311One-way0 transfers
- 6:55 AM5h35London Stansted Airport12:30 PMDerby€351One-way0 transfers
- 9:25 PM5h20London Stansted Airport2:45 AMDerby€391One-way0 transfers
- 2:30 PM5h10London Stansted Airport7:40 PMDerby€401One-way0 transfers
- 2:30 PM5h10London Stansted Airport7:40 PMDerby€401One-way0 transfers
- 9:25 PM5h20London Stansted Airport2:45 AMDerby€391One-way0 transfers
- 6:55 AM5h35London Stansted Airport12:30 PMDerby€351One-way0 transfers
- 1:05 AM6h10London Stansted Airport7:15 AMDerby€301One-way0 transfers
- 11:40 AM7h35London Stansted Airport7:15 PMDerby€411One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for London Stansted Airport to Derby
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Stansted Airport to Derby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €30, and a train costs an average of €23.
Distance: 165 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€37 Average price Cheapest | €81 Average price |
4h 27m Average total duration 3h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 16m Average total duration Fastest 2h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
London Stansted Airport to Derby bus times
The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to Derby buses for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:30 AM London Stansted Airport | 5h45 | 4:15 PM Derby | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:25 PM London Stansted Airport | 5h20 | 2:45 AM Derby | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:25 PM London Stansted Airport | 5h20 | 3:45 AM Derby | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
| 1:05 AM London Stansted Airport | 6h10 | 7:15 AM Derby | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:55 AM London Stansted Airport | 5h35 | 12:30 PM Derby | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London Stansted Airport to Derby
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Buses from London Stansted Airport to Derby run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €30 but you can travel from only €23 by train.
The earliest bus runs at 01:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 165 km distance in 4h 55m.
Distance 165 km |
Average bus duration 3h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price €30 |
Buses per day 11 |
Fastest bus 4h 55m |
First bus 1:05 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Bus providers: National Express from London Stansted Airport to DerbyYou can travel by bus between London Stansted Airport to Derby with National Express for as low as €23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from London Stansted Airport to Derby
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Stansted Airport 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.
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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- 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.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
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