Derby to Oldham bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Derby to Oldham

Showing times and prices for 18 Nov

Cheapest price

£12

Average price

£12

Fastest journey

5 h 5 m

Average duration

5 h 5 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

81 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Derby to Oldham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Derby to Oldham will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £12.

Fast coaches

Of the 1 buses that leave Derby for Oldham 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 81 km distance in an average of 5 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 5 m .

The slowest buses will take 5 h 5 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.

FlixBus
10:555h05
Derby
16:00Oldham
£121One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Derby to Oldham

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Derby to Oldham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £36.

Distance: 81 km

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Train

£20

Average Price

Cheapest

£59

Average Price

3h 29m

Average total duration

2h 59m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 17m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 47m

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30m

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Live departures

Derby to Oldham bus times

The table below shows live departures for Derby to Oldham coaches for today, Monday 17 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 14:53
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express19:40 Derby
3h37
23:17 Oldham0 changesdirect
Tuesday 18 November
meinfernbus_flixbus10:55 Derby
5h05
16:00 Oldham0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Derby to Oldham

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Buses from Derby to Oldham run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 03:20, the last at 20:40. The fastest coach covers the 81 km distance in 3h 37m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
81 km
Average bus duration
2h 59m
Cheapest ticket price
£12
Buses per day
5
Fastest bus
3h 37m
First bus
03:20
Last bus
20:40
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express from Derby to OldhamYou can travel by bus between Derby to Oldham with National Express for as low as £12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 37m
Cheapest Price
£17
National Express frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

FAQs: Derby to Oldham coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby to Oldham 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 Oldham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Derby to Oldham can start from as little as £14 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Derby to Oldham is £23; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Derby to Oldham is 5 h 2 min   to travel the 50 mile long journey, with around there are 4 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Derby to Oldham leaves at 03: 20. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Derby to Oldham leaves at 20: 00.
There are 4 coaches a day from Derby to Oldham which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the best Derby to Oldham coach to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with National Express. However, it's always good to check all possible coach companies with services from Derby to Oldham to compare what amenities they may offer.
The cheapest month to travel from Derby to Oldham by coach is November.
You have options as you can travel between Derby and Oldham 2 different ways: coach or train.
No, the coach from Derby to Oldham has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Derby to Oldham.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Derby to Oldham.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Derby to Oldham.
    No, luggage for the coach from Derby to Oldham needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Derby to Oldham.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Derby to Oldham.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Derby to Oldham.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Derby to Oldham.

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