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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Watford to Derby
Cheapest price
£19
Average price
£19
Fastest journey
4 h 20 m
Average duration
4 h 20 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
159 km
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.
The average ticket from Watford to Derby will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £19.
Of the 1 buses that leave Watford 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 159 km distance in an average of 4 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 20 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 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 £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £38.
Distance: 159 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£19 Average Price Cheapest | £63 Average Price |
5h 15m Average total duration 4h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Watford to Derby bus times
The table below shows live departures for Watford to Derby coaches for tomorrow, Wednesday 26 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00:05 Watford | 4h20 | 04:25 Derby | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Watford to Derby
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Buses from Watford to Derby run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 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.
Distance 159 km |
Average bus duration 4h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 4h 20m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:05 |
Bus providers: National Express from Watford to DerbyYou can travel by bus between Watford to Derby with National Express for as low as £12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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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.
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