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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Luton Airport (LTN) | Derby Riverlights Bus Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Luton (Town, Stand 9) Bus Stop | Derby Riverlights Bus Station | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Luton Airport (LTN) | Derby Riverlights Bus Station | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Luton DART Parkway | Derby | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Luton Airport (LTN) | Derby Riverlights Bus Station | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Luton to Derby
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Derby. The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Luton and Derby?
Stops in Luton
- B
Luton (Town, adj Rail Stn) Bus Stop
Station Road (Interchange, adj Rail Stn), Luton LU1 - C
Stopsley - Inspire Sports Village
Inspire, Luton LU2 7UJ, UK - D
Lilley
Four Views, West St, Lilley, Luton LU2 8LH, UK - E
Butterfield Business Park
Butterfield Business Park, Luton LU2 8DL, UK - F
Stopsley
Stopsley Way, Stopsley, Luton LU2 9AU, UK
Stops in Derby
- ACentral Bus Station, Morledge, Derby, Derby DE1 2AY, UK
- B
Morledge Bus Station
Noahs Ark Inn, 23 Morledge, Derby DE1 2AW, UK
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Luton to Derby
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Luton to Derby?
The cheapest coach tickets from Luton to Derby start from £14. The average price for this route is around £25. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Luton to Derby?
The average bus journey time from Luton to Derby is 3h 45m, covering a distance of 86 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 3h 15m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Luton to Derby route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 31 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Luton to Derby?
The earliest bus departs from Luton to Derby at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Luton to Derby?
A bus journey from Luton to Derby produces an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Luton to Derby?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29733 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Luton to Derby?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Luton to Derby?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Luton to Derby?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Luton to Derby was searched and found on 1 Dec 2025 with a price of £12To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Luton to Derby as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £12 to £45 for a bus ticket from Luton to Derby based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £12, which is on 2025-12-01.
Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
