4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Oxford to Derby
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£27
Fastest journey
3 h 55 m
Average duration
4 h 50 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
131 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Oxford to Derby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oxford to Derby will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £15.
To travel from Oxford to Derby you need to make at least one change.
FlixBus · FlixBus9:457h10Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station16:55Derby, Bus Station£151One-way1 change
NX160 · NX13414:106h25Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station20:35Derby, Bus Station£181One-way1 change- NX160 · NX13310:453h55Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station14:40Derby, Bus Station£211One-way1 change
- UCX5 · NX23021:305h50Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station3:20Derby, Bus Station£261One-way1 change
- UCX5 · NX23022:306h55Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station5:25Derby, Bus Station£261One-way1 change
- NX160 · NX13310:453h55Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station14:40Derby, Bus Station£211One-way1 change
- NX737 · NX23018:504h50Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station23:40Derby, Bus Station£391One-way1 change
- UCX5 · NX44018:004h50Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station22:50Derby, Bus Station£261One-way1 change
- NX737 · NX23013:455h05Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station18:50Derby, Bus Station£391One-way1 change
- UCX5 · NX23017:005h30Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station22:30Derby, Bus Station£261One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Oxford to Derby
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oxford to Derby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 1m. 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 coach costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £15.
Distance: 131 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£23 Average Price Cheapest | £47 Average Price |
4h 3m Average total duration 3h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 31m Average total duration Fastest 2h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg 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
Oxford to Derby bus times
The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Derby coaches for today, Sunday 21 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14:10 Oxford | 6h25 | 20:35 Derby | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:50 Oxford | 5h30 | 3:20 Derby | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Oxford to Derby
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Oxford to Derby run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £15 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:10. The fastest coach covers the 131 km distance in 4h 0m.
Distance 131 km |
Average bus duration 3h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Buses per day 11 |
Fastest bus 4h 0m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:10 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: National Express from Oxford to DerbyYou can travel by bus between Oxford to Derby with National Express for as low as £15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Oxford to Derby coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford 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.
- 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 Oxford and Derby
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Nero (in the station)
- The Four Candles (0.2 km)
- The White Rabbit (0.3 km).
- Available outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the waiting area
- Bus: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 9, 10, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 27, 28, 31, 35, 36, 40, 41, 44, 46, 63, 66, 70, 77, 100, 280, 500, S1, S2, S3, S5, S8, S9, X3, X13, X32, X39, X40, X90
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