The cheapest and fastest coaches from Swansea to Derby
Cheapest price
£37
Average price
£40
Fastest journey
5 h 58 m
Average duration
7 h 48 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
222 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Swansea to Derby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swansea to Derby will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £37.
To travel from Swansea to Derby you need to make at least one change.
NX111 · NX13412:208h15Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station20:35Derby, Bus Station£371One-way1 change
NX111 · NX13412:288h07Swansea, University Bay Campus20:35Derby, Bus Station£371One-way1 change
NX111 · NX1338:425h58Swansea, University Bay Campus14:40Derby, Bus Station£391One-way1 change
NX111 · NX1338:356h05Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station14:40Derby, Bus Station£391One-way1 change
NX507 · NX46617:3010h35Swansea, University Bay Campus4:05Derby, Bus Station£441One-way1 change
NX111 · NX1338:425h58Swansea, University Bay Campus14:40Derby, Bus Station£391One-way1 change
NX111 · NX1338:356h05Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station14:40Derby, Bus Station£391One-way1 change
NX111 · NX13412:288h07Swansea, University Bay Campus20:35Derby, Bus Station£371One-way1 change
NX111 · NX13412:208h15Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station20:35Derby, Bus Station£371One-way1 change
NX507 · NX46617:3010h35Swansea, University Bay Campus4:05Derby, Bus Station£441One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Swansea to Derby
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swansea to Derby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 45m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £32.
Distance: 222 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£26 Average Price Cheapest | £72 Average Price |
5h 40m Average total duration 5h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 3h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Swansea to Derby bus times
The table below shows live departures for Swansea to Derby coaches for today, Sunday 5 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:20 Swansea | 8h15 | 20:35 Derby | 1 change | |
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NX111 · NX133 | 8:35 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station | 6h05 | 14:40 Derby, Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX111 · NX133 | 8:42 Swansea, University Bay Campus | 5h58 | 14:40 Derby, Bus Station | 1 change | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Swansea to Derby by coach or train
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Swansea to Derby
Buses from Swansea to Derby run on average 13 times per day, taking around 5h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 222 km distance in 8h 15m.
Distance 222 km |
Average bus duration 5h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Buses per day 13 |
Fastest bus 8h 15m |
First bus 0:30 |
Last bus 23:45 |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 4 days |
Bus providers: National Express from Swansea to DerbyYou can travel by bus between Swansea to Derby with National Express for as low as £20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Swansea to Derby coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea 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.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Swansea and Derby
Most Swansea to Derby buses use the Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station to Derby, Bus Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Swansea and Derby bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station from Swansea city centre
Getting to Swansea, University Bay Campus from Swansea city centre
Getting to Derby, Bus Station from Derby city centre
Most popular bus connections from Swansea
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