Brighton to Derby bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Brighton to Derby

Showing times and prices for 05 Jun

Cheapest price

£18

Average price

£36

Fastest journey

7 h 38 m

Average duration

7 h 44 m

Buses per day

32

Distance

250 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Brighton to Derby will cost around £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £18.

Fast coaches

To travel from Brighton to Derby you need to make at least one change.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    18:258h15
    Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park)
    2:40Derby, Bus Station
    £181One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    16:008h40
    Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park)
    0:40Derby, Bus Station
    £181One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    14:008h55
    Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park)
    22:55Derby, Bus Station
    £181One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    12:009h10
    Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park)
    21:10Derby, Bus Station
    £181One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    13:459h10
    Brighton
    22:55Derby, Bus Station
    £181One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Brighton to Derby

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Derby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £43.

Distance: 250 km

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Most popular
Train

£21

Average Price

Cheapest

£71

Average Price

7h 46m

Average total duration

7h 16m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 46m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 16m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

National Express

Most popular bus company

East Midlands Railway

Most popular train company

Direct Options

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Live departures

Brighton to Derby bus times

The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Derby coaches for today, Thursday 4 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National Express9:12 Brighton
8h08
17:20 Derby1 change
National Express11:12 Brighton
7h38
18:50 Derby1 change
National Express12:12 Brighton
7h58
20:10 Derby1 change
National Express14:57 Brighton
7h33
22:30 Derby1 change
National Express17:17 Brighton
7h18
0:35 Derby1 change
National Express18:27 Brighton
7h43
2:10 Derby1 change
Metrobus21:35 Brighton
7h50
5:25 Derby2 changes
National Express21:47 Brighton
5h33
3:20 Derby1 change
Friday 5 June
National ExpressNX025 · NX4403:55 Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)
8h35
12:30 Derby, Bus Station1 change
National ExpressNX025 · NX4404:00 Brighton, Preston Circus
8h30
12:30 Derby, Bus Station1 change

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Compare prices and tickets Brighton to Derby by train or coach

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Why should you book Brighton to Derby coaches with Omio?

National Express as well as Metrobus offer coaches services from Brighton to Derby.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Brighton to Derby.

Why book with Omio vs National Express?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Metrobus to find the best option for your trip from Brighton to Derby.
  • Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Brighton to Derby.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Brighton to Derby.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Brighton to Derby

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Buses from Brighton to Derby run on average 24 times per day, taking around 7h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 00:50, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 250 km distance in 7h 43m.

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
250 km
Average bus duration
7h 16m
Cheapest ticket price
£14
Buses per day
24
Fastest bus
7h 43m
First bus
0:50
Last bus
23:45
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Wed
Best time to book
63 days
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, Metrobus from Brighton to DerbyYou can travel by bus between Brighton to Derby with National Express, Metrobus for as low as £14. 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 43m
Cheapest Price
£14
National Express frequency
6 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.
Learn more about National Express

Metrobus

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 50m
Cheapest Price
£54
Metrobus frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Brighton to Derby coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton 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 Brighton to Derby can start from as little as £14 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Brighton to Derby is £21; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Brighton to Derby is 7h 43m to travel the 250 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Brighton to Derby leaves at 0:50. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Brighton to Derby leaves at 23:45.
There are 24 coaches a day from Brighton to Derby which require at least one change with National Express, Metrobus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Brighton to Derby, you can count on National Express, Metrobus for the best way to get you to Derby. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Brighton and Derby and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Derby from Brighton is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 7h 43m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Brighton to Derby is June.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Brighton and Derby including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Brighton to Derby:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Brighton to Derby for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Brighton to Derby depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Brighton to Derby.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Brighton to Derby:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Brighton to Derby:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Brighton to Derby.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Brighton to Derby with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Brighton to Derby with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Brighton to Derby with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Brighton and Derby

Brighton
Derby
The major coach station for departures in Brighton is Brighton, Preston Circus. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Brighton, Preston Circus for your trip from Brighton to Derby.
Brighton, Preston Circus
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Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station
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Address
Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station,Pool Valley 6,BN1 1PN
Brighton, Preston Park
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