Standard
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£10
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£13
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
2 h 35 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
3 h 10 m
Buses on 17 Sept
3
Distance
182 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Derby station (DBY) to London Victoria (VIC) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Derby station (DBY) to London Victoria (VIC) will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £10.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 3 buses from Derby station (DBY) to London Victoria (VIC), including 3 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 182 km distance in an average of 3 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 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.






Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Derby station (DBY) to London Victoria (VIC) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £20 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 17m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, while a flight costs an average of £328.
Distance: 182 km
| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£20 Average Price Cheapest | £328 Average Price | £99 Average Price | £66 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 24m Average total duration 3h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 51m Average total duration 1h 51m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Derby station (DBY) to London Victoria (VIC):
A coach is £78 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Derby station (DBY) to London Victoria (VIC) costing on average £99.
A coach is £307 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Derby station (DBY) to London Victoria (VIC) costing on average £328.
Other travel options to London Victoria (VIC) take longer:
Flight takes on average 1h 51m.
Coach takes on average 3h 54m.
Tickets start at around £20 compared to roughly £66 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £46. The journey takes 3h 54m versus 2h 55m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by National Express, FlixBus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Derby station (DBY) to London Victoria (VIC) coaches for today, Wednesday 16 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 19:40 Derby station (DBY) | 2h35 | 22:15 London Victoria (VIC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 17 September | |||||
![]() | 11:05 Derby station (DBY) | 2h45 | 13:50 London Victoria (VIC) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Buses from Derby station (DBY) to London Victoria (VIC) run on average 23 times per day, taking around 3h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 18 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:10, the last at 18:50. The fastest coach covers the 182 km distance in 2h 35m.
Distance 182 km |
Average bus duration 3h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 23 |
Direct buses 18 |
Fastest bus 2h 35m |
First bus 5:10 |
Last bus 18:50 |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby station (DBY) to London Victoria (VIC) 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 London Victoria (VIC), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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