Swindon to Derby bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Swindon to Derby

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£17

Average price

£19

Fastest journey

7 h 10 m

Average duration

7 h 50 m

Buses per day

3

Distance

153 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Swindon to Derby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Swindon to Derby will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £17.

Fast coaches

Of the 3 buses that leave Swindon for Derby every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 153 km distance in an average of 7 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 10 m .

The slowest buses will take 9 h 1 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.

National Express
19:007h20
Swindon
02:20Derby
£171One-way
0 changes
National Express
04:299h01
Swindon
13:30Derby
£191One-way
0 changes
National Express
04:207h10
Swindon
11:30Derby
£221One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Swindon to Derby

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swindon 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 29m. 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 £38.

Distance: 153 km

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Train

£25

Average Price

Cheapest

£87

Average Price

6h 42m

Average total duration

6h 12m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 59m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 29m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.2 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Live departures

Swindon to Derby bus times

The table below shows live departures for Swindon to Derby coaches for today, Wednesday 5 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 15:00
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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national_express19:00 Swindon
7h20
02:20 Derby0 changesdirect
Thursday 6 November
national_express04:20 Swindon
7h10
11:30 Derby0 changesdirect
national_express04:29 Swindon
9h01
13:30 Derby0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Swindon to Derby

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Buses from Swindon to Derby run on average 14 times per day, taking around 6h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 02:40, the last at 20:35. The fastest coach covers the 153 km distance in 7h 10m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
153 km
Average bus duration
6h 12m
Cheapest ticket price
£18
Buses per day
14
Fastest bus
7h 10m
First bus
02:40
Last bus
20:35
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express from Swindon to DerbyYou can travel by bus between Swindon to Derby with National Express for as low as £18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 10m
Cheapest Price
£15
National Express frequency
13 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

FAQs: Swindon to Derby coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swindon 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Swindon to Derby can start from as little as £12 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Swindon to Derby is £27; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Swindon to Derby is 6 h 45 min   to travel the 95 mile long route, with around there are 15 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Swindon to Derby leaves at 04: 55. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Swindon to Derby leaves at 20: 35.
There are 15 coaches a day from Swindon to Derby which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the best Swindon to Derby coach to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with National Express. However, it's always good to check all possible coach companies with services to Derby from Swindon to compare what amenities they may offer.
The cheapest month to travel from Swindon to Derby by coach is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Swindon to Derby including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from Swindon to Derby has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Swindon to Derby.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Swindon to Derby.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Swindon to Derby.
    No, luggage for the coach from Swindon to Derby needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Swindon to Derby.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Swindon to Derby.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Swindon to Derby.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Swindon to Derby.

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    Important Stations and Airports in Swindon and Derby

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    The major coach station for departures in Swindon is Swindon, Freshbrook. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Swindon, Freshbrook for your trip from Swindon to Derby.
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