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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Derby Riverlights Bus Station | St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station | CheapestFastest | |||||
| Derby Riverlights Bus Station | St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station | No tags | |||||
 | Derby | Leicester (Fosse Park) | No tags | |||||
| Derby Riverlights Bus Station | St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station | No tags | |||||
| Derby | Leicester (Fosse Park) | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Derby to Leicester
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Leicester. The journey takes about 1 hour and with fares starting at just US$4, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus Derby to Leicester: Trip Overview
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Derby to Leicester Bus
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Derby - Leicester
How much does a bus ticket from Derby to Leicester cost?
The bus ticket price from Derby to Leicester starts at US$7. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Derby to Leicester is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Derby to Leicester?
The average travel time between Derby and Leicester is around 1h 25m, although the fastest bus will take about 35m. This is the time it takes to travel the 40 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Derby and Leicester?
The number of buses from Derby to Leicester can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 28 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Derby to Leicester by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Derby to Leicester?
When taking the bus from Derby to Leicester, you can travel comfortably and safely with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus UK.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Derby to Leicester?
Buses travelling between Derby and Leicester leave from Derby Riverlights Bus Station or Morledge Bus Station and arrive at St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station, Leicester, Leicester Forest East (Service Area), Northbound.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Derby to Leicester was searched and found on 03 Nov 2025 with a price of US$5To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Derby to Leicester as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$5 to US$13 for a bus ticket from Derby to Leicester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$5, which is on 2025-11-03.
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Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Derby to Leicester.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.
From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Derby to Leicester.
Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Derby to Leicester.
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Did you know?
The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.
The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.
The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.
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