The cheapest and fastest coaches from Lincoln to Derby
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£15
Fastest journey
3 h 50 m
Average duration
3 h 50 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
71 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lincoln to Derby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lincoln to Derby will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £15.
Of the 1 buses that leave Lincoln 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 71 km distance in an average of 3 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 50 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 train and coach for Lincoln to Derby
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lincoln to Derby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 36m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £7, and a coach costs an average of £12.
Distance: 71 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£19 Average Price | £13 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 22m Average total duration 3h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lincoln to Derby bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lincoln to Derby coaches for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 09:40 Lincoln | 3h50 | 13:30 Derby | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lincoln to Derby
Buses from Lincoln to Derby run on average 1 times per day, taking around 3h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £7 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 04:59, the last at 23:58. The fastest coach covers the 71 km distance in 3h 50m.
Distance 71 km |
Average bus duration 3h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 3h 50m |
First bus 04:59 |
Last bus 23:58 |
FAQs: Lincoln to Derby coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lincoln 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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