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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Dover to Derby
Cheapest price
£33
Average price
£33
Fastest journey
9 h
Average duration
9 h
Buses per day
1
Distance
275 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Dover to Derby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dover to Derby will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £33.
Of the 1 buses that leave Dover for Derby 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 275 km distance in an average of 9 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h .
The slowest buses will take 9 h 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 Dover to Derby
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dover to Derby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £38.
Distance: 275 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£27 Average Price Cheapest | £83 Average Price |
8h 5m Average total duration 7h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 31m Average total duration Fastest 3h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Dover to Derby bus times
The table below shows live departures for Dover to Derby coaches for tomorrow, Thursday 20 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:50 Dover | 9h00 | 21:50 Derby | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Dover to Derby
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Buses from Dover to Derby run on average 4 times per day, taking around 7h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 01:55, the last at 21:34. The fastest coach covers the 275 km distance in 7h 35m.
Distance 275 km |
Average bus duration 7h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 7h 35m |
First bus 01:55 |
Last bus 21:34 |
Bus providers: National Express from Dover to DerbyYou can travel by bus between Dover to Derby with National Express for as low as £17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Dover to Derby coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dover to Derby 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 Derby, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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