The cheapest and fastest coaches from Derby to Coventry
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£18
Fastest journey
2 h 50 m
Average duration
3 h 2 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
57 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Derby to Coventry is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Derby to Coventry will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £16.
To travel from Derby to Coventry you need to make at least one change.
NX196 · NX77720:304h00Derby, Bus Station0:30Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station£161One-way1 change
NX230 · NX7771:252h50Derby, Bus Station4:15Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station£181One-way1 change
NX440 · NX77711:103h35Derby, Bus Station14:45Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station£191One-way1 change
NX440 · NX77715:203h25Derby, Bus Station18:45Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station£191One-way1 change
NX440 · NX77717:403h00Derby, Bus Station20:40Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station£191One-way1 change
NX230 · NX7771:252h50Derby, Bus Station4:15Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station£181One-way1 change
NX133 · NX70714:252h55Derby, Bus Station17:20Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station£191One-way1 change
NX440 · NX77717:403h00Derby, Bus Station20:40Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station£191One-way1 change
NX440 · NX7779:153h10Derby, Bus Station12:25Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station£191One-way1 change
NX196 · NX77719:203h15Derby, Bus Station22:35Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station£191One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Derby to Coventry
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Derby to Coventry among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 11m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 57 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£17 Average Price Cheapest | £24 Average Price |
2h 31m Average total duration 2h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Derby to Coventry bus times
The table below shows live departures for Derby to Coventry coaches for today, Saturday 20 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX440 · NX777 | Delayed 13:30 9:15Derby, Bus Station | 3h10 | 12:25 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX440 · NX777 | Delayed 13:30 11:10Derby, Bus Station | 3h35 | 14:45 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX133 · NX707 | 14:25 Derby, Bus Station | 2h55 | 17:20 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX440 · NX777 | On time 15:20 Derby, Bus Station | 3h25 | 18:45 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX440 · NX777 | On time 17:40 Derby, Bus Station | 3h00 | 20:40 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX196 · NX777 | 19:20 Derby, Bus Station | 3h15 | 22:35 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX196 · NX777 | 20:30 Derby, Bus Station | 4h00 | 0:30 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 1 change | |
| Sunday 21 June | |||||
NX230 · NX777 | 1:25 Derby, Bus Station | 2h50 | 4:15 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 1 change | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Derby to Coventry
Buses from Derby to Coventry run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £12 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:55, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 57 km distance in 2h 40m.
Distance 57 km |
Average bus duration 2h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Buses per day 10 |
Fastest bus 2h 40m |
First bus 0:55 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 2 days |
Bus providers: National Express from Derby to CoventryYou can travel by bus between Derby to Coventry with National Express for as low as £12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Derby to Coventry coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby to Coventry 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 Coventry, 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.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Derby and Coventry
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the main entrance
- Ramps
- Available near the waiting area
- Bus: 8, 9, 10, 11, 12X, 13, 16, 18, 20, 21, 23, 27, 48, 85, 585 Train: Coventry Station
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