Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | Derby Riverlights Bus Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal | Derby Riverlights Bus Station | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal | Derby Riverlights Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal | Derby Riverlights Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal | Derby Riverlights Bus Station | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:08 AM GMT.
Compare 2 ways to go from Gatwick to Derby
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Derby. The journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average Price$35 - $142 | Average Duration6h 35m | 5kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average Price$20 - $31 | Average Duration2h 20m | 9kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Gatwick and Derby?
Stops in Derby
- ACentral Bus Station, Morledge, Derby, Derby DE1 2AY, UK
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Morledge Bus Station
Noahs Ark Inn, 23 Morledge, Derby DE1 2AW, UK
Compare bus companies
Based on 29727 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at $35
National Express Gatwick Derby recent customer reviews
Comfortable coaches and helpful staff make a journey with National Express a great experience.
Trevor S.
My experiences have always been good...would recommend.
Lorraine P.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gatwick to Derby by bus
What is the distance between Gatwick and Derby?
The distance between Gatwick and Derby is around 215 km (134 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Gatwick to Derby?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at London Gatwick Airport, in Gatwick, and end it at Derby Riverlights Bus Station, in Derby.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Gatwick to Derby was searched and found on Nov 23, 2025 with a price of $40To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Gatwick to Derby, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $40 to $166 for a bus ticket from Gatwick to Derby based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $42 which is on 2025-11-24.
