Canterbury to Derby bus with National Express

Thu, 13 Nov
+ Add return
National Express
Megabus
FlixBus
Alsa
BlaBlaCar Bus
1,000+ travel companies
National Express
Megabus
FlixBus
Alsa
BlaBlaCar Bus
1,000+ travel companies
QR-Code
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
rate4.9
42K ratings
Google Play
rate4.6
136K reviews

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Canterbury to Derby

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Canterbury to Derby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £29.

Distance: 253 km

Compare bus with

Most popular
Coach
Train

£22

Average Price

Cheapest

£89

Average Price

7h 26m

Average total duration

6h 56m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

2h 54m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 24m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

National Express

Most popular bus company

East Midlands Trains

Most popular train company

Direct Options

Direct Options

Live departures

Canterbury to Derby bus times

The table below shows live departures for Canterbury to Derby coaches for today, Thursday 13 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 07:31
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express11:50 Canterbury
8h15
20:05 Derby0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

Find all the dates and times for this journey

Compare prices and tickets Canterbury to Derby by train or coach

Compare train and coach prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

Fri
14 Nov
Sat
15 Nov
Sun
16 Nov
Mon
17 Nov
Tue
18 Nov
Wed
19 Nov
Thu
20 Nov

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Canterbury to Derby

United KingdomUnited Kingdom
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Icon of bus

Buses from Canterbury to Derby run on average 15 times per day, taking around 6h 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 01:55, the last at 20:10. The fastest coach covers the 253 km distance in 6h 25m.

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
253 km
Average bus duration
6h 56m
Cheapest ticket price
£19
Buses per day
15
Fastest bus
6h 25m
First bus
01:55
Last bus
20:10
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 Canterbury to DerbyYou can travel by bus between Canterbury to Derby with National Express for as low as £19. 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.
Learn more about National Express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 20m
Cheapest Price
£20
National Express frequency
15 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: Canterbury to Derby coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Canterbury 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 Canterbury to Derby can start from as little as £20 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Canterbury to Derby is £29; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Canterbury to Derby coach travel time is 6 h 55 min   for the 156 mile long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Canterbury to Derby leaves at 01: 55. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Canterbury to Derby leaves at 21: 34.
There are 14 coaches a day from Canterbury to Derby which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the route from Canterbury to Derby you can take a coach with National Express. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services between Canterbury and Derby on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
The cheapest month for a coach from Canterbury to Derby is February.
You have options as you can travel between Canterbury and Derby 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Canterbury to Derby has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Canterbury to Derby.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Canterbury to Derby.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Canterbury to Derby, follow these tips:

  • Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.
  • Be flexible with dates and times: Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money.
  • Use our search filters: Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options.
  • Look for special deals or discounts: Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.

    • Start your search now and compare ticket prices to find the best deal!

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

    popular bus stations

    Important Stations and Airports in Canterbury and Derby

    Canterbury
    Derby
    The major coach station for departures in Canterbury is Canterbury, University Of Kent. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Canterbury, University Of Kent for your trip from Canterbury to Derby.
    Canterbury, University Of KentWifiParkingATMAccessibilityWC
    Amenities at bus station
    WifiWifi
    ParkingParking
    ATMATM
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    information
    address
    Address
    University of Kent, Canterbury CT2 7NZ, United Kingdom
    ticketOfficeHours
    Distance to city center
    1 km
    carConnection
    Car connection
    University Road
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Elevators, ramps
    WC
    WC
    • Available in the station.
    Public transport options for Canterbury, University Of Kent
    • Bus: 4, 4X, 5, 6, 6A
    Canterbury, St. Georges Lane
    information

    More options for your journey from Canterbury to Derby

    Here are some other resources that might have the information you need

    Return coaches from Derby to Canterbury
    Canterbury to Derby train
    Tickets and more information for coaches to Canterbury
    Tickets and more information for coaches to Derby

    Most popular buses to and from Derby and Canterbury

    Canterbury to London coach
    Canterbury to Paris coach
    Canterbury to Manchester coach
    Canterbury to Birmingham coach
    Canterbury to Edinburgh coach
    Canterbury to London Heathrow Airport coach
    Canterbury to Amsterdam coach
    Canterbury to London Stansted Airport coach
    Canterbury to Lyon coach
    Canterbury to Brussels coach
    Canterbury to Bristol coach
    Canterbury to Glasgow coach
    Canterbury to Leeds coach
    Canterbury to London Luton Airport coach
    Canterbury to Liverpool coach
    Canterbury to London Gatwick Airport coach
    Canterbury to Newcastle coach
    Canterbury to Cardiff coach
    Canterbury to Sheffield coach
    Canterbury to Leicester coach
    Canterbury to Nottingham coach
    Canterbury to Luton coach
    London to Derby coach
    Paris to Derby coach
    Manchester to Derby coach
    Birmingham to Derby coach
    Edinburgh to Derby coach
    London Heathrow Airport to Derby coach
    London Stansted Airport to Derby coach
    Bristol to Derby coach
    Glasgow to Derby coach
    Leeds to Derby coach
    London Luton Airport to Derby coach
    Liverpool to Derby coach
    London Gatwick Airport to Derby coach
    Newcastle to Derby coach
    Cardiff to Derby coach
    Sheffield to Derby coach
    Leicester to Derby coach
    Rotterdam to Derby coach
    Nottingham to Derby coach
    Luton to Derby coach
    Cambridge to Derby coach
    Oxford to Derby coach
    HomeCoachesCoach tickets to Derby Canterbury to Derby bus

    The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy

    We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.

    ios-badge
    android-badge
    Hand With Phone