Bridgwater to Derby bus with National Express

Thu 11 Dec
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bridgwater to Derby

Showing times and prices for 11 Dec

Cheapest price

£35

Average price

£39

Fastest journey

9 h 10 m

Average duration

9 h 20 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

225 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bridgwater to Derby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bridgwater to Derby will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £35.

Fast coaches

Of the 2 buses that leave Bridgwater for Derby every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 225 km distance in an average of 9 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 10 m .

The slowest buses will take 9 h 30 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.

National Express
10:259h10
Bridgwater
19:35Derby
£351One-way
0 changes
National Express
10:059h30
Bridgwater
19:35Derby
£431One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Bridgwater to Derby

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bridgwater to Derby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £31. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £31, and a train costs an average of £79.

Distance: 225 km

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Train

£33

Average Price

Cheapest

£119

Average Price

5h 10m

Average total duration

4h 40m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 27m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 57m

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30m

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Live departures

Bridgwater to Derby bus times

The table below shows live departures for Bridgwater to Derby coaches for today, Wednesday 10 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 11:12
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express17:35 Bridgwater
7h35
01:10 Derby0 changesdirect
Thursday 11 December
national_express10:05 Bridgwater
9h30
19:35 Derby0 changesdirect
national_express10:25 Bridgwater
9h10
19:35 Derby0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Bridgwater to Derby

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Buses from Bridgwater to Derby run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £31 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 02:10, the last at 19:37. The fastest coach covers the 225 km distance in 9h 10m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
225 km
Average bus duration
4h 40m
Cheapest ticket price
£31
Buses per day
5
Fastest bus
9h 10m
First bus
02:10
Last bus
19:37
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express from Bridgwater to DerbyYou can travel by bus between Bridgwater to Derby with National Express for as low as £31. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 35m
Cheapest Price
£35
National Express frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

FAQs: Bridgwater to Derby coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bridgwater to Derby by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Derby, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Bridgwater to Derby can start from as little as £22 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Bridgwater to Derby is £50; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Bridgwater to Derby coach travel time is 7 h 30 min   for the 140 mile long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Bridgwater to Derby leaves at 04: 35. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Bridgwater to Derby leaves at 20: 52.
There are 4 coaches a day from Bridgwater to Derby which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
Take the Bridgwater to Derby coach with National Express. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the route to Derby from Bridgwater as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
The cheapest month for a coach from Bridgwater to Derby is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bridgwater and Derby including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from Bridgwater to Derby has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Bridgwater to Derby.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Bridgwater to Derby.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Bridgwater to Derby.
    No, luggage for the coach from Bridgwater to Derby needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Bridgwater to Derby.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Bridgwater to Derby.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Bridgwater to Derby.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Bridgwater to Derby.

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    Important Stations and Airports in Bridgwater and Derby

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    The major coach station for departures in Bridgwater is Bridgwater, Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bridgwater, Bus Station for your trip from Bridgwater to Derby.
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