What is the distance between Derby and Sheffield?

The distance separating Derby and Sheffield is 32 miles (52 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Derby to Sheffield?

If you're headed to Sheffield from Derby, chances are that your bus will leave from Derby Riverlights Bus Station and arrive at Sheffield Coach Station Interchange. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

Bus Derby to Sheffield from $6 | Compare & Save up to 60%

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: August 1 at 3:35am
Departure city: Derby
Departure location: Derby
Arrival time: August 1 at 4:55am
Destination city: Sheffield
Destination location: Sheffield
Operated by: Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1h 20m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: August 1 at 3:20am
Departure city: Derby
Departure location: Derby Riverlights Bus Station
Arrival time: August 1 at 4:25am
Destination city: Sheffield
Destination location: Sheffield Coach Station Interchange
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1h 5m
Departure time: August 1 at 3:20am
Departure city: Derby
Departure location: Derby Riverlights Bus Station
Arrival time: August 1 at 4:25am
Destination city: Sheffield
Destination location: Sheffield Coach Station Interchange
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1h 5m
Departure time: August 1 at 11:55am
Departure city: Derby
Departure location: Derby
Arrival time: August 1 at 1:00pm
Destination city: Sheffield
Destination location: Meadowhall Interchange
Operated by: Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1h 5m
Departure time: August 1 at 3:20am
Departure city: Derby
Departure location: Derby Riverlights Bus Station
Arrival time: August 1 at 4:25am
Destination city: Sheffield
Destination location: Sheffield Coach Station Interchange
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1h 5m

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Compare 3 ways to go from Derby to Sheffield.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$8 - $19	Average Duration1h 5m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$6 - $66	Average Duration32m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastest
Carpool	Average Price$8 - $8	Average Duration1h	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends carpooling from Derby to Sheffield

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Sheffield. The journey takes about 1 hour and with fares starting at just $8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1hAverage Duration

$8Cheapest ticket

2kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Derby to Sheffield: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$14

Average bus trip duration1h 5m

Number of daily buses5

Earliest bus departure3:20am

Distance32 miles (51 km)

Latest bus departure2:45pm

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National Express

4/529,425 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Based on 29425 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers 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 $14

National Express Derby Sheffield recent customer reviews

Journey was nice and comfortable but the coach was 45 minutes late to pick up and there was no information about anything. The info just disappeared off the screen once the die time had passed and no one I asked knew anything

Alisdair M.

August 27, 2023

FlixBus

3.5/59,818 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Megabus UK

3.5/54,212 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

Infobus

4/5473 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.8

GB bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Sindbad, National Express, RegioJet, KLR Bus, FlixTrain

Derby to Sheffield Bus

With Busbud, comparing and booking tickets for a bus from Derby to Sheffield is a breeze. Browse through an extensive selection of bus fares and bus schedules to find the best deals.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Derby to Sheffield from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Sheffield from Derby, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Where are the popular stops in Derby and Sheffield?

Stops in Derby

A - Derby Riverlights Bus Station

B - Morledge Bus Station

Stops in Sheffield

A - Sheffield Coach Station Interchange

B - Meadowhall Interchange

C - Sheffield Bus Stop

D - Brown St

Frequently asked questions for your trip Derby - Sheffield

What is the distance between Derby and Sheffield?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Derby to Sheffield?

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

Best price found

07/29

$6

07/30

$6

Today

$6

08/01

$8

08/02

$8

08/03

$8

08/04

$6

08/05

$6

The cheapest trip from Derby to Sheffield was searched and found on Aug 5, 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 Derby to Sheffield, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $6 to $22 for a bus ticket from Derby to Sheffield based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $6 which is on 2025-08-05.

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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Derby to Sheffield.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Derby to Sheffield, get comfy and count the stars.

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 Sheffield.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Derby to Sheffield while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

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.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

Will you be returning to Derby by bus?

Bus from Derby to Sheffield

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Train from Derby to Sheffield

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Compare 3 ways to go from Derby to Sheffield.

Bus Derby to Sheffield: Trip Overview

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National Express Derby Sheffield recent customer reviews

Derby to Sheffield Bus

Where are the popular stops in Derby and Sheffield?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Derby - Sheffield

What is the distance between Derby and Sheffield?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Derby to Sheffield?

Find cheapest prices for buses

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Did you know?

Will you be returning to Derby by bus?

You can also go to Sheffield by train

Top traveled bus routes

Why choose Busbud?

The Best Way To Book Bus and Train Tickets

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