How far is Derby from Northampton by coach?

The journey from Northampton to Derby by coach covers an approximate distance of 53 miles (85 km).

Is there a way to reach Derby from Northampton without a car?

You can reach Derby from Northampton by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Bus Northampton to Derby from £6 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Northampton to Derby on 14 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:45	Northampton, Town Centre Bus Stop (adj. Upper Mounts Car Park )	3h	20:45	Derby	Cheapest
Bus	20:05	Northampton Grange Park	2h 25m	22:30	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	09:35	Northampton, Town Centre Bus Stop (adj. Upper Mounts Car Park )	5h 10m	14:45	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	No tags
Bus	20:10	Northampton, Town Centre Bus Stop (adj. Upper Mounts Car Park )	2h 40m	22:50	Derby	No tags
Bus	09:35	Northampton, Town Centre Bus Stop (adj. Upper Mounts Car Park )	5h 10m	14:45	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	No tags
Bus	22:00	Northampton, Town Centre Bus Stop (adj. Upper Mounts Car Park )	2h 40m	00:40	Derby	No tags
Bus	16:10	Northampton, Town Centre Bus Stop (adj. Upper Mounts Car Park )	4h 25m	20:35	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	No tags
Bus	23:59	Northampton, Town Centre Bus Stop (adj. Upper Mounts Car Park )	2h 41m	02:40	Derby	No tags

Next departures from Northampton to Derby on 15 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:45	Northampton, Town Centre Bus Stop (adj. Upper Mounts Car Park )	3h	20:45	Derby	Cheapest
Bus	01:05	Northampton Grange Park	2h 15m	03:20	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	09:35	Northampton, Town Centre Bus Stop (adj. Upper Mounts Car Park )	5h 5m	14:40	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	No tags
Bus	20:10	Northampton, Town Centre Bus Stop (adj. Upper Mounts Car Park )	2h 40m	22:50	Derby	No tags
Bus	09:35	Northampton, Town Centre Bus Stop (adj. Upper Mounts Car Park )	5h 5m	14:40	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	No tags
Bus	22:00	Northampton, Town Centre Bus Stop (adj. Upper Mounts Car Park )	2h 40m	00:40	Derby	No tags
Bus	16:05	Northampton, Town Centre Bus Stop (adj. Upper Mounts Car Park )	4h 30m	20:35	Derby Riverlights Bus Station	No tags
Bus	23:59	Northampton, Town Centre Bus Stop (adj. Upper Mounts Car Park )	2h 41m	02:40	Derby	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Northampton to Derby

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Derby. The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 10mAverage duration

53 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£9 - £30	Average duration2h 40m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£7 - £11	Average duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

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National Express

4/529,710 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

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Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

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Megabus UK

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Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

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Where are the popular stops in Northampton and Derby?

Stops in Northampton

A - Northampton (London Road A508, nr Parkfield Av)

B - Northampton Coach Station

C - Greyfriars Bus Station

D - Northampton Rothersthorpe

Stops in Derby

A - Derby Riverlights Bus Station

B - Morledge Bus Station

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Northampton to Derby

How far is Derby from Northampton by coach?
The journey from Northampton to Derby by coach covers an approximate distance of 53 miles (85 km).
Is there a way to reach Derby from Northampton without a car?
You can reach Derby from Northampton by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12/11

£6

13/11

£6

Today

£8

15/11

£7

16/11

£14

17/11

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19/11

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The cheapest trip from Northampton to Derby was searched and found on 13 Nov 2025 with a price of £6

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Northampton to Derby as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £6 to £32 for a bus ticket from Northampton to Derby based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £7, which is on 2025-11-15.