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Which bus from Canterbury to Derby is the best?

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

today
£26
tomorrow
£20
Sunday
Monday
£21
Tuesday
£21
Wednesday
£21
Thursday
£20

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 50m 19:55 Canterbury Coach Station 03:45 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £26
National Express 6h 45m 17:50 Canterbury Coach Station 00:35 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £31
National Express 8h 20m 12:50 Canterbury Coach Station 21:10 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £38
National Express 8h 5m 14:15 Canterbury Coach Station 22:20 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £44
  • Did you know that if you travel from Canterbury to Derby via London, you can save more than £8? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      7h 5m
      0
      13:00
      Canterbury
      University of Kent
      14:40
      London
      New Cross Gate
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £6
      • Waiting Time 1h 50m
    • FlixBus
      3h 35m
      0
      16:30
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      20:05
      Derby
      Riverlights Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £12
    Travel time is 0h 20m longer, but you will save £8

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 55m 07:35 Canterbury Coach Station 14:30 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £20
National Express 7h 25m 09:00 Canterbury Coach Station 16:25 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £20
National Express 7h 40m 10:50 Canterbury Coach Station 18:30 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £21
National Express 7h 55m 12:50 Canterbury Coach Station 20:45 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £21
National Express 7h 55m 14:25 Canterbury Coach Station 22:20 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £21
  • Did you know that if you travel from Canterbury to Derby via London, you can save more than £5? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      7h 42m
      0
      20:03
      Canterbury
      University of Kent
      21:35
      London
      Elephant and Castle
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £11
      • Waiting Time 2h 55m
    • National Express
      3h 15m
      0
      00:30
      London
      Golders Green Coach Station
      03:45
      Derby
      Riverlights Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
    Travel time is 0h 47m longer, but you will save £5

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 0m 10:50 Canterbury Coach Station 18:50 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £21
National Express 7h 35m 14:15 Canterbury Coach Station 21:50 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £21
National Express 7h 20m 16:15 Canterbury Coach Station 23:35 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £21
  • Did you know that if you travel from Canterbury to Derby via London, you can save more than £7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      4h 35m
      0
      19:00
      Canterbury
      University of Kent
      20:20
      London
      Eltham
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £7
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • National Express
      3h 5m
      0
      20:30
      London
      Finchley Road Station
      23:35
      Derby
      Riverlights Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £8
    Travel Time is 2h 45m shorter, and you will save £7

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 30m 10:20 Canterbury Coach Station 18:50 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £21
National Express 9h 0m 12:50 Canterbury Coach Station 21:50 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £21
National Express 6h 50m 16:45 Canterbury Coach Station 23:35 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £21
  • Did you know that if you travel from Canterbury to Derby via London, you can save more than £7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      4h 35m
      0
      19:00
      Canterbury
      University of Kent
      20:20
      London
      Eltham
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £7
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • National Express
      3h 5m
      0
      20:30
      London
      Finchley Road Station
      23:35
      Derby
      Riverlights Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £8
    Travel Time is 2h 15m shorter, and you will save £7

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 30m 10:20 Canterbury Coach Station 18:50 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £21
National Express 9h 0m 12:50 Canterbury Coach Station 21:50 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £21
National Express 6h 50m 16:45 Canterbury Coach Station 23:35 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £21
  • Did you know that if you travel from Canterbury to Derby via London, you can save more than £7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      4h 35m
      0
      19:00
      Canterbury
      University of Kent
      20:20
      London
      Eltham
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £7
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • National Express
      3h 5m
      0
      20:30
      London
      Finchley Road Station
      23:35
      Derby
      Riverlights Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £8
    Travel Time is 2h 15m shorter, and you will save £7

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 30m 10:20 Canterbury Coach Station 18:50 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £20
National Express 9h 0m 12:50 Canterbury Coach Station 21:50 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £21
National Express 6h 50m 16:45 Canterbury Coach Station 23:35 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £21
  • Did you know that if you travel from Canterbury to Derby via London, you can save more than £6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      4h 35m
      0
      19:00
      Canterbury
      University of Kent
      20:20
      London
      Eltham
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £7
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • National Express
      3h 5m
      0
      20:30
      London
      Finchley Road Station
      23:35
      Derby
      Riverlights Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £8
    Travel Time is 2h 15m shorter, and you will save £6

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Canterbury to Derby is £19 on 15/11/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


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

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Canterbury 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.
Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 8 daily coaches from Canterbury to Derby. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 3 daily coaches between Canterbury and Derby.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 14 coaches from Canterbury to Derby, while Night sees the fewest connections between Canterbury and Derby, with 1 offers.

All facts for Canterbury to Derby bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like National Express that travel daily 4 times by bus from Canterbury to Derby in one click. Book your Canterbury to Derby bus ticket starting from £19!

Cheapest Bus £19
Fastest Bus 6h 45m
Earliest Coach 12:50
Latest Coach 16:45
Daily Bus Connections 4 Ø
Distance 252.5 km
Coach Companies National Express

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Canterbury to Derby?

Every day, 4 buses from 1 coach companies leave Canterbury for Derby. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 30/10/2026 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 26/10
Tuesday 27/10
Wednesday 28/10
Thursday 29/10
Friday 30/10
£26
Saturday 31/10
£20
Sunday 01/11
Monday 02/11
£21
Tuesday 03/11
£21
Wednesday 04/11
£21
Thursday 05/11
£20
Friday 06/11
£20
Saturday 07/11
£20
Sunday 08/11
£21
Monday 09/11
£21
Tuesday 10/11
£21
Wednesday 11/11
£21
Thursday 12/11
£21
Friday 13/11
Saturday 14/11
£20
Sunday 15/11
£19
Monday 16/11
£21
Tuesday 17/11
£21
Wednesday 18/11
£21
Thursday 19/11
£19
Friday 20/11
£19
Saturday 21/11
£19
Sunday 22/11

The cheapest time to travel from Canterbury to Derby

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Canterbury to Derby, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £19, Thursday is the cheapest day for a coach from Canterbury to Derby. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £21.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Canterbury to Derby, with £19. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £21.

How to save money travelling from Canterbury 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 Canterbury 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 Canterbury 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 Canterbury 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 Canterbury to Derby?

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

National Express from Canterbury to Derby

National Express

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

Cheapest Price £20
Fastest Coach 6h 45m
Earliest Coach 12:50
Last Coach 16:45
Daily Connections 4 Ø
Found on 28/10/2026
In total 1 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 Canterbury and Derby

Here is a map with all coach stations in Canterbury 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 Canterbury to Derby

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Canterbury 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 Canterbury to Derby bus

How much does a Canterbury Derby coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Canterbury Derby bus trip is available from £19 and takes 6h 55m. Compare offers and save money!

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

This connection is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £19 to £44. 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 Canterbury Derby route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Canterbury to Derby is offered by roughly 4 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Derby from Canterbury take?

The quickest coach from Canterbury to Derby is provided by National Express and takes 6h 45m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £31. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Canterbury to Derby?

The earliest bus to Derby departs from Canterbury at 12:50. 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 Canterbury to Derby?

The latest bus to Derby departs from Canterbury at 16:45. 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 Canterbury Derby route?

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

Is there a direct bus between Canterbury and Derby?

You can check all the direct connections between Canterbury 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.

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

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 Canterbury 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 Canterbury 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 Canterbury to Derby on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best coach deals from Canterbury 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 4 daily trips between Canterbury 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 Canterbury to Derby?

Prices and availability for 4 trips between Canterbury 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 Canterbury to Derby

Economy
Economy

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

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