4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Derby to Nottingham
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£10
Fastest journey
45 m
Average duration
2 h 16 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
22 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Derby to Nottingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Derby to Nottingham will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.
Of the 4 buses that leave Derby for Nottingham every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 22 km distance in an average of 2 h 16 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 55 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 coach and train for Derby to Nottingham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Derby to Nottingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £2, and a coach costs an average of £4.
Distance: 22 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£10 Average Price | £6 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 4m Average total duration 1h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 56m Average total duration Fastest 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Derby to Nottingham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Derby to Nottingham coaches for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX440 · NX183 | 06:40 Derby, Bus Station | 3h10 | 09:50 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX440 · NX230 | Delayed 09:15 Derby, Bus Station | 3h15 | 02:45 02:45Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX440 · NX150 | 11:15 Derby, Bus Station | 2h40 | 13:55 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX440 · NX230 | Delayed 13:10 Derby, Bus Station | 3h30 | 02:45 02:45Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX440 · NX230 | Delayed 15:10 Derby, Bus Station | 2h55 | 02:45 02:45Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX440 · NX150 | 17:40 Derby, Bus Station | 2h40 | 20:20 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 4 February | |||||
| 03:50 Derby | 2h45 | 06:35 Nottingham | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Derby to Nottingham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Derby to Nottingham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 but you can travel from only £2 by train.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest coach covers the 22 km distance in 30m.
Distance 22 km |
Average bus duration 1h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 30m |
First bus 00:01 |
Last bus 23:58 |
Bus providers: National Express, Trent Barton from Derby to NottinghamYou can travel by bus between Derby to Nottingham with National Express, Trent Barton for as low as £2. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
Trent Barton
FAQs: Derby to Nottingham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby to Nottingham 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 Nottingham, 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 Nottingham
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Broadmarsh (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Coffee Corner (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 Train: East Midlands Railway
ParkingATMWCBike ParkingMore options for your journey from Derby to Nottingham
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