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Which bus from Brighton to Derby is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Brighton to Derby. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like National Express or FlixBus. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today
tomorrow
£12
Wednesday
Thursday
£12
Friday
£12
Saturday
£12
Sunday
£12

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 35m 03:55 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station 12:30 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £12
National Express 8h 55m 05:35 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station 14:30 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £12
National Express 8h 20m 16:05 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station 00:25 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £12
FlixBus 9h 0m 11:45 Brighton Central Bus Station 20:45 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £29
FlixBus 8h 25m 18:15 Brighton Central Bus Station 02:40 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £29

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 55m 05:35 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station 14:30 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £12
National Express 13h 45m 22:45 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station 12:30 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £12
National Express 8h 49m 05:41 Brighton Preston Circus 14:30 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £12
FlixBus 9h 0m 11:45 Brighton Central Bus Station 20:45 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £29
FlixBus 8h 25m 18:15 Brighton Central Bus Station 02:40 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £29

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 35m 03:55 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station 12:30 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £12
National Express 9h 10m 05:35 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station 14:45 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £12
National Express 8h 20m 16:05 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station 00:25 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £12
FlixBus 9h 0m 11:45 Brighton Central Bus Station 20:45 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £29
FlixBus 8h 25m 18:15 Brighton Central Bus Station 02:40 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £29

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 25m 06:05 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station 14:30 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £12
National Express 8h 19m 06:11 Brighton Preston Circus 14:30 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £12
National Express 8h 16m 06:14 Brighton Preston Park 14:30 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £12
National Express 8h 14m 06:16 Brighton Withdean Park 14:30 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £12
National Express 8h 12m 06:18 Brighton Patcham Place 14:30 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £12

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 25m 06:05 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station 14:30 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £12
National Express 8h 19m 06:11 Brighton Preston Circus 14:30 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £12
National Express 8h 16m 06:14 Brighton Preston Park 14:30 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £12
FlixBus 9h 0m 11:45 Brighton Central Bus Station 20:45 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £29
FlixBus 8h 25m 18:15 Brighton Central Bus Station 02:40 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £29

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Brighton to Derby is £10 on 16/02/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Brighton and Derby?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Brighton to Derby. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.
Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 67 daily coaches from Brighton to Derby. Saturday has instead the fewest connections, with only 60 daily coaches between Brighton and Derby.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 100 coaches from Brighton to Derby, while Night sees the fewest connections between Brighton and Derby, with 40 offers.

All facts for Brighton to Derby bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like National Express and FlixBus that travel daily 64 times by bus from Brighton to Derby in one click. Book your Brighton to Derby bus ticket starting from £10!

Cheapest Bus £10
Fastest Bus 7h 26m
Earliest Coach 03:55
Latest Coach 20:54
Daily Bus Connections 64 Ø
Distance 250.9 km
Coach Companies National Express and FlixBus

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Brighton to Derby?

Every day, 64 buses from 2 coach companies leave Brighton for Derby. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 02/02/2026 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 02/02
Tuesday 03/02
£12
Wednesday 04/02
Thursday 05/02
£12
Friday 06/02
£12
Saturday 07/02
£12
Sunday 08/02
£12
Monday 09/02
Tuesday 10/02
£12
Wednesday 11/02
Thursday 12/02
Friday 13/02
Saturday 14/02
Sunday 15/02
Monday 16/02
£10
Tuesday 17/02
Wednesday 18/02
Thursday 19/02
Friday 20/02
Saturday 21/02
Sunday 22/02
Monday 23/02
Tuesday 24/02
Wednesday 25/02
£12
Thursday 26/02
Friday 27/02
Saturday 28/02
Sunday 01/03

The cheapest time to travel from Brighton to Derby

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Brighton to Derby, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £12, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Brighton to Derby. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £12.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Brighton to Derby, with £10. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £12.

How to save money travelling from Brighton to Derby

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Brighton to Derby in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Brighton to Derby, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Brighton to Derby are also emptier.

Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.

What are the most popular bus companies from Brighton to Derby?

These are the most booked bus companies by our users on the Brighton to Derby timetable.

National Express from Brighton to Derby

National Express

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Brighton to Derby:

Cheapest Price £12
Fastest Coach 7h 26m
Earliest Coach 03:55
Last Coach 20:54
Daily Connections 63 Ø
Found on 31/01/2026
In total 2 operators offer buses for this route. Find all bus timetables for them. Each coach company has a dedicated cancellation policy and possibilities for transport luggage on the bus. Check also special conditions to travel with kids or coach cards with rebates.

All bus stations and stops in Brighton and Derby

Here is a map with all coach stations in Brighton and Derby. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Brighton to Derby

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Brighton to Derby. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Brighton to Derby bus

How much does a Brighton Derby coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Brighton Derby bus trip is available from £10 and takes 8h 35m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Brighton to Derby?

This connection is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £10 to £52. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Derby.

How many connections are available for the Brighton Derby route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Brighton to Derby is offered by roughly 64 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Derby from Brighton take?

The quickest coach from Brighton to Derby is provided by National Express and takes 7h 26m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £38. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Brighton to Derby?

The earliest bus to Derby departs from Brighton at 03:55. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Brighton to Derby?

The latest bus to Derby departs from Brighton at 20:54. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Brighton Derby route?

Passengers looking to travel from Brighton to Derby can travel with National Express and FlixBus. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Brighton and Derby?

You can check all the direct connections between Brighton and Derby by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the bus to Derby from Brighton?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Brighton Derby bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Brighton Derby bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Brighton to Derby on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best coach deals from Brighton to Derby?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 64 daily trips between Brighton and Derby. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Brighton to Derby?

Prices and availability for 64 trips between Brighton and Derby change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Brighton to Derby

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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