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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Leicester to Derby
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
55 m
Average duration
1 h 2 m
Buses per day
18
Distance
39 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Leicester to Derby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Derby will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £8.
Of the 18 buses that leave Leicester for Derby every day 18 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 39 km distance in an average of 1 h 2 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Leicester to Derby
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Derby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 26m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £5.
Distance: 39 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£6 Average Price Cheapest | £12 Average Price |
1h 49m Average total duration 1h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 56m Average total duration Fastest 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Leicester to Derby bus times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Derby coaches for today, Tuesday 30 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:45 Leicester | 1h30 | 07:15 Derby | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:25 Leicester | 1h05 | 11:30 Derby | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:20 Leicester | 1h10 | 13:30 Derby | 0 changesdirect | |
 | 16:40 Leicester | 1h05 | 17:45 Derby | 0 changesdirect | |
| 22:30 Leicester | 0h55 | 23:25 Derby | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | 00:40 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 1h30 | 02:10 Derby, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Leicester to Derby
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Buses from Leicester to Derby run on average 14 times per day, taking around 1h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 13 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:03, the last at 23:57. The fastest coach covers the 39 km distance in 55m.
Distance 39 km |
Average bus duration 1h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 13 |
Fastest bus 55m |
First bus 00:03 |
Last bus 23:57 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, Kinchbus from Leicester to DerbyYou can travel by bus between Leicester to Derby with National Express, Megabus, Kinchbus for as low as £4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Leicester to Derby coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester 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.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Leicester, St. Margaret's Bus Station, which is located around 0.2 miles (368 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Derby, Bus Station, located 0.4 miles (640 m) away from the city centre.
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