Watford to Derby bus with National Express

Tue 26 May
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Watford to Derby

Showing times and prices for 26 May

Cheapest price

£0.00

Average price

£33

Fastest journey

4 h 48 m

Average duration

4 h 59 m

Buses per day

10

Distance

159 km

Cheap tickets

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

Fast coaches

To travel from Watford to Derby you need to make at least 2 changes.

  • Red Eagle
    15:055h05
    Watford
    20:10Derby
    Find prices
    3 changes
  • Arriva UK
    11:575h23
    Watford
    17:20Derby
    £361One-way
    2 changes
  • Arriva UK
    13:275h23
    Watford
    18:50Derby
    £361One-way
    2 changes
  • Arriva UK
    14:575h13
    Watford
    20:10Derby
    £361One-way
    2 changes
  • Arriva UK
    18:134h57
    Watford
    23:10Derby
    £361One-way
    2 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Watford to Derby

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Watford to Derby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £34.

Distance: 159 km

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Coach
Most popular
Train

£28

Average Price

Cheapest

£65

Average Price

4h 58m

Average total duration

4h 28m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 16m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 46m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

National Express

Most popular bus company

Avanti West Coast

Most popular train company

Direct Options

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Live departures

Watford to Derby bus times

The table below shows live departures for Watford to Derby coaches for tomorrow, Tuesday 26 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Arriva UK11:57 Watford
5h23
17:20 Derby2 changes
Arriva UK13:27 Watford
5h23
18:50 Derby2 changes
Arriva UK14:57 Watford
5h13
20:10 Derby2 changes
Red Eagle15:05 Watford
5h05
20:10 Derby3 changes
Uno17:42 Watford
4h48
22:30 Derby2 changes
Arriva UK18:13 Watford
4h57
23:10 Derby2 changes
Arriva UK19:13 Watford
5h22
0:35 Derby2 changes
Arriva UK21:13 Watford
4h57
2:10 Derby2 changes
Arriva UK22:13 Watford
5h07
3:20 Derby2 changes
Arriva UK23:13 Watford
6h12
5:25 Derby2 changes

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Compare prices and tickets Watford to Derby by train or coach

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Why should you book Watford to Derby coaches with Omio?

National Express as well as Red Eagle, Uno, Arriva UK and more offer coaches services from Watford to Derby.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Watford to Derby.

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 Red Eagle, Uno or Arriva UK to find the best option for your trip from Watford to Derby.
  • Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Watford to Derby.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Watford to Derby.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Watford to Derby

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Buses from Watford to Derby run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.

There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:05. The fastest coach covers the 159 km distance in 4h 20m.

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
159 km
Average bus duration
4h 28m
Cheapest ticket price
£15
Buses per day
4
Direct buses
1
Fastest bus
4h 20m
First bus
0:10
Last bus
23:05
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Mon
Best time to book
4 days
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, Red Eagle, Uno, Arriva UK from Watford to DerbyYou can travel by bus between Watford to Derby with National Express, Red Eagle, Uno, Arriva UK for as low as £15. 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
4h 20m
Cheapest Price
£15
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.
Learn more about National Express

Red Eagle

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 5m
Red Eagle frequency
1 a day

Uno

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 48m
Cheapest Price
£37
Uno frequency
1 a day

Arriva UK

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 57m
Cheapest Price
£36
Arriva UK frequency
8 a day

FAQs: Watford to Derby coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Watford 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 Watford to Derby can start from as little as £15 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Watford to Derby is £28; 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 Watford to Derby is 4h 20m to travel the 159 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Watford to Derby leaves at 0:10. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Watford to Derby leaves at 23:05.
Yes, there are 1 direct coaches a day from Watford to Derby with . Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Watford to Derby, you can count on National Express, Red Eagle, Uno, Arriva UK for the best way to get you to Derby. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Watford and Derby and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Derby from Watford is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 20m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Watford to Derby is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Watford and Derby including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Watford to Derby:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Watford to Derby for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Watford to Derby depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Watford to Derby.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Watford to Derby:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Watford to Derby:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Watford to Derby.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Watford to Derby with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Watford to Derby with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Watford to Derby with the following coach company: National Express.

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