The cheapest and fastest coaches from Derby to Crawley
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£28
Fastest journey
7 h 10 m
Average duration
7 h 10 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
220 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Derby to Crawley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Derby to Crawley will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £28.
Of the 1 buses that leave Derby for Crawley every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 220 km distance in an average of 7 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 10 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Derby to Crawley
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Derby to Crawley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £28, and a train costs an average of £52.
Distance: 220 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£29 Average Price Cheapest | £56 Average Price |
7h 5m Average total duration 6h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 28m Average total duration Fastest 2h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Why should you book Derby to Crawley coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Derby to Crawley
Buses from Derby to Crawley run on average 27 times per day, taking around 6h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £28 if you book in advance.
There are 10 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 220 km distance in 7h 10m.
Distance 220 km |
Average bus duration 6h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Buses per day 27 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 7h 10m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: National Express from Derby to CrawleyYou can travel by bus between Derby to Crawley with National Express for as low as £28. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Derby to Crawley coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby to Crawley 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 Crawley, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- 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.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
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