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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station | Derby Riverlights Bus Station | Cheapest | |||||
 | Leicester (Fosse Park) | Derby | Fastest | |||||
| St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station | Derby Riverlights Bus Station | No tags | |||||
| Leicester (Fosse Park) | Derby | No tags | |||||
| St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station | Derby Riverlights Bus Station | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Leicester to Derby
We recommend carpoolingAmong the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Derby. The journey takes about 40 minutes and with fares starting at just US$7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus Leicester to Derby: Trip Overview
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Leicester to Derby Bus
Busbud helps you find a bus from Leicester to Derby. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.
We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from Leicester to Derby.
From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Leicester to Derby, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Leicester - Derby
How much does a bus ticket from Leicester to Derby cost?
The bus ticket price from Leicester to Derby starts at US$7. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Leicester to Derby 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 Leicester to Derby?
The average travel time between Leicester and Derby is around 1h 30m, although the fastest bus will take about 50m. This is the time it takes to travel the 40 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Leicester and Derby?
The number of buses from Leicester to Derby can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 26 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Leicester to Derby by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Leicester to Derby?
When taking the bus from Leicester to Derby, you can travel comfortably and safely with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus UK.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Leicester to Derby?
Buses travelling between Leicester and Derby leave from St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station or Leicester and arrive at Derby Riverlights Bus Station, Morledge Bus Station.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Leicester to Derby was searched and found on 04 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 Leicester to Derby as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$5 to US$13 for a bus ticket from Leicester to Derby based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$5, which is on 2025-11-04.
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Bus Travel Tips
Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Leicester and Derby!
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 Leicester to Derby.
Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Leicester to Derby that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.
Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Leicester to Derby while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.
Did you know?
Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!
One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.
Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!
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Popular Buses Connecting Leicester
Buses Leaving from Leicester
- Bus from Leicester to Southampton
- Coach Leicester - London
- Bus Leicester - Manchester
- Bus from Leicester to Heathrow
- Coach Leicester - Barcelona
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- Bus from Leicester to Sunderland
- Coach Leicester - Gloucester
- Bus Leicester - Milton Keynes
- Bus from Leicester to Luton
- Coach Leicester - Lancaster
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- Bus from Leicester to Truro
- Coach Leicester - Perth
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Buses Going to Leicester
- Bus from Brighton to Leicester
- Coach London - Leicester
- Bus Nottingham - Leicester
- Bus from Coventry to Leicester
- Coach Sheffield - Leicester
- Bus Loughborough - Leicester
- Bus from Cambridge to Leicester
- Coach Chesterfield - Leicester
- Bus Bournemouth - Leicester
- Bus from Oxford to Leicester
- Coach Liverpool - Leicester
- Bus Bridgend - Leicester
- Bus from Milton Keynes to Leicester
- Coach Durham - Leicester
- Bus Newport - Leicester
Popular Buses Connecting Derby
Buses Leaving from Derby
- Bus from Derby to Sheffield
- Coach Derby - London
- Bus Derby - Sunderland
- Bus from Derby to Leeds
- Coach Derby - Luton
- Bus Derby - Nottingham
- Bus from Derby to Huddersfield
- Coach Derby - Coventry
- Bus Derby - Bridgend
- Bus from Derby to Darlington
- Coach Derby - Heathrow
- Bus Derby - Newark on Trent
- Bus from Derby to Swansea
- Coach Derby - Reading
- Bus Derby - Newport
Buses Going to Derby
- Bus from Manchester to Derby
- Coach Chesterfield - Derby
- Bus Luton - Derby
- Bus from Glasgow to Derby
- Coach Edinburgh - Derby
- Bus Nottingham - Derby
- Bus from Sunderland to Derby
- Coach Sheffield - Derby
- Bus Gatwick - Derby
- Bus from Darlington to Derby
- Coach Reading - Derby
- Bus Hemel Hempstead - Derby
- Bus from Gloucester to Derby
- Coach Swansea - Derby
- Bus Cambridge - Derby