4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Derby to Cardiff
Cheapest price
£29
Average price
£47
Fastest journey
6 h
Average duration
7 h 33 m
Buses per day
19
Distance
198 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Derby to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Derby to Cardiff will cost around £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £29.
To travel from Derby to Cardiff you need to make at least one change.
FlixBus · FlixBus11:508h35Derby, Bus Station20:25Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)£291One-way1 change- FlixBus · FlixBus19:058h20Derby, Bus Station3:25Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)£291One-way1 change
NX440 · NX50915:109h45Derby, Bus Station0:55Cardiff, Sophia Gardens£311One-way1 change- FlixBus · FlixBus3:107h35Derby, Bus Station10:45Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)£321One-way1 change
- NX440 · NX50917:409h35Derby, Bus Station3:15Cardiff, Sophia Gardens£341One-way1 change
- NX134 · NX1128:406h00Derby, Bus Station14:40Cardiff, Sophia Gardens£371One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus3:107h35Derby, Bus Station10:45Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)£321One-way1 change
- NX466 · NX2013:107h50Derby, Bus Station11:00Cardiff, Sophia Gardens£901One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus17:458h00Derby, Bus Station1:45Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)£341One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus19:058h20Derby, Bus Station3:25Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)£291One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Derby to Cardiff
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Derby to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 44m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £34.
Distance: 198 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£26 Average Price Cheapest | £52 Average Price |
5h 58m Average total duration 5h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 14m Average total duration Fastest 2h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg 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
Derby to Cardiff bus times
The table below shows live departures for Derby to Cardiff coaches for today, Wednesday 27 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15:10 Derby | 9h45 | 0:55 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:45 Derby | 9h40 | 2:25 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 28 May | |||||
| NX466 · NX201 | 3:10 Derby, Bus Station | 7h50 | 11:00 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:10 Derby, Bus Station | 7h35 | 10:45 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:30 Derby, Bus Station | 9h45 | 14:15 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 1 change | |
| NX440 · NX507 | 4:50 Derby, Bus Station | 9h10 | 14:00 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 1 change | |
| NX230 · NX201 | 5:40 Derby, Bus Station | 8h45 | 14:25 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:10 Derby, Bus Station | 9h05 | 15:15 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:30 Derby, Bus Station | 8h40 | 16:10 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) | 1 change | |
| NX134 · NX112 | 8:40 Derby, Bus Station | 6h00 | 14:40 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 1 change | |
| NX440 · NX509 | 9:15 Derby, Bus Station | 9h15 | 18:30 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Derby to Cardiff
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Derby to Cardiff run on average 19 times per day, taking around 5h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 23:10. The fastest coach covers the 198 km distance in 4h 30m.
Distance 198 km |
Average bus duration 5h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Buses per day 19 |
Fastest bus 4h 30m |
First bus 0:45 |
Last bus 23:10 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 49 days |
Bus providers: National Express, Kinchbus from Derby to CardiffYou can travel by bus between Derby to Cardiff with National Express, Kinchbus for as low as £17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Derby to Cardiff coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby to Cardiff 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 Cardiff, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
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