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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Swindon to Derby
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£19
Fastest journey
7 h 10 m
Average duration
7 h 50 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
153 km
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 £16.
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.
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 £17. 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 £17, and a train costs an average of £37.
Distance: 153 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£24 Average Price Cheapest | £85 Average Price |
6h 42m Average total duration 6h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 59m Average total duration Fastest 2h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg 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
Swindon to Derby bus times
The table below shows live departures for Swindon to Derby coaches for today, Wednesday 4 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19:00 Swindon | 7h20 | 02:20 Derby | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 5 February | |||||
| 04:20 Swindon | 7h10 | 11:30 Derby | 0 changesdirect | |
| 04:29 Swindon | 9h01 | 13:30 Derby | 0 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 £17 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.
Distance 153 km |
Average bus duration 6h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Buses per day 14 |
Fastest bus 7h 10m |
First bus 02:40 |
Last bus 20:35 |
Bus providers: National Express from Swindon to DerbyYou can travel by bus between Swindon to Derby with National Express for as low as £17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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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.
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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- 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.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
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