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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Sunderland to Derby
Cheapest price
£27
Average price
£39
Fastest journey
4 h 30 m
Average duration
5 h 50 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
220 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Sunderland to Derby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sunderland to Derby will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £27.
Of the 3 buses that leave Sunderland 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 220 km distance in an average of 5 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 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.
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NX133NX172 · NX466NX133FlixBus · FlixBusNX172 · NX466
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Sunderland to Derby
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sunderland to Derby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £45.
Distance: 220 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£18 Average Price Cheapest | £100 Average Price |
4h 33m Average total duration 4h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 39m Average total duration Fastest 3h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Sunderland to Derby bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sunderland to Derby coaches for tomorrow, Friday 20 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX133 | 10:00 Sunderland, Interchange | 4h30 | 14:30 Derby, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:25 Sunderland, Interchange | 5h10 | 19:35 Derby, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX172 · NX466 | 18:05 Sunderland, Interchange | 7h50 | 01:55 Derby, Bus Station | 1 change | |
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Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus to find the best option for your trip from Sunderland to Derby.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Sunderland to Derby
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Buses from Sunderland to Derby run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 02:40, the last at 23:05. The fastest coach covers the 220 km distance in 5h 10m.
Distance 220 km |
Average bus duration 4h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 5h 10m |
First bus 02:40 |
Last bus 23:05 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Sunderland to DerbyYou can travel by bus between Sunderland to Derby with National Express, Megabus for as low as £13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Sunderland to Derby coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sunderland 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.
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- 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.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
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