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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Derby to Bournemouth from various bus operators like National Express for the next days.
today
from £18
tomorrow
from £22
Saturday
from £20
Sunday
Monday
from £19
Tuesday
from £16
Wednesday

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    6h 40m
    0
    11:45
    Derby
    Riverlights Coach Station
    18:25
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £18
  • National Express
    8h 30m
    0
    09:15
    Derby
    Riverlights Coach Station
    17:45
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • National Express
    7h 5m
    0
    17:40
    Derby
    Riverlights Coach Station
    00:45
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • National Express
    7h 30m
    0
    01:55
    Derby
    Riverlights Coach Station
    09:25
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £24
  • National Express
    8h 0m
    0
    06:40
    Derby
    Riverlights Coach Station
    14:40
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £24
  • Did you know that if you travel from Derby to Bournemouth via Leicester, you can save more than £5? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      9h 20m
      0
      06:40
      Derby
      Riverlights Coach Station
      07:55
      Leicester
      St. Margaret's Bus Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
      • Waiting Time 0h 55m
    • FlixBus
      7h 10m
      0
      08:50
      Leicester
      Fosse Park
      16:00
      Bournemouth
      Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £9
    Travel time is 2h 40m longer, but you will save £5

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    7h 30m
    0
    01:55
    Derby
    Riverlights Coach Station
    09:25
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • National Express
    7h 45m
    0
    15:10
    Derby
    Riverlights Coach Station
    22:55
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £24
  • National Express
    8h 45m
    0
    09:15
    Derby
    Riverlights Coach Station
    18:00
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £27
  • National Express
    7h 10m
    0
    14:35
    Derby
    Riverlights Coach Station
    21:45
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £27
  • National Express
    7h 35m
    0
    06:05
    Derby
    Riverlights Coach Station
    13:40
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £28
  • Did you know that if you travel from Derby to Bournemouth via Leicester, you can save more than £9? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      9h 20m
      0
      06:40
      Derby
      Riverlights Coach Station
      07:55
      Leicester
      St. Margaret's Bus Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
      • Waiting Time 0h 55m
    • FlixBus
      7h 10m
      0
      08:50
      Leicester
      Fosse Park
      16:00
      Bournemouth
      Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £9
    Travel time is 2h 10m longer, but you will save £9

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    8h 10m
    0
    17:40
    Derby
    Riverlights Coach Station
    01:50
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £20
  • National Express
    7h 25m
    0
    11:15
    Derby
    Riverlights Coach Station
    18:40
    Bournemouth
    University
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £21
  • National Express
    8h 8m
    0
    13:10
    Derby
    Riverlights Coach Station
    21:18
    Bournemouth
    University
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £21
  • National Express
    7h 10m
    0
    11:15
    Derby
    Riverlights Coach Station
    18:25
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • National Express
    6h 50m
    0
    14:40
    Derby
    Riverlights Coach Station
    21:30
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • Did you know that if you travel from Derby to Bournemouth via Leicester, you can save more than £7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      9h 20m
      0
      06:40
      Derby
      Riverlights Coach Station
      07:55
      Leicester
      St. Margaret's Bus Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
      • Waiting Time 0h 55m
    • FlixBus
      7h 10m
      0
      08:50
      Leicester
      Fosse Park
      16:00
      Bournemouth
      Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £9
    Travel time is 2h 30m longer, but you will save £7

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    7h 35m
    0
    06:05
    Derby
    Riverlights Coach Station
    13:40
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £19
  • National Express
    8h 10m
    0
    17:40
    Derby
    Riverlights Coach Station
    01:50
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £19
  • National Express
    8h 8m
    0
    13:10
    Derby
    Riverlights Coach Station
    21:18
    Bournemouth
    University
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £19
  • National Express
    7h 30m
    0
    01:55
    Derby
    Riverlights Coach Station
    09:25
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £20
  • National Express
    7h 45m
    0
    15:10
    Derby
    Riverlights Coach Station
    22:55
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £20
  • Did you know that if you travel from Derby to Bournemouth via Leicester, you can save more than £6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      9h 20m
      0
      06:40
      Derby
      Riverlights Coach Station
      07:55
      Leicester
      St. Margaret's Bus Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
      • Waiting Time 0h 55m
    • FlixBus
      7h 10m
      0
      08:50
      Leicester
      Fosse Park
      16:00
      Bournemouth
      Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £9
    Travel time is 1h 50m longer, but you will save £6

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    7h 5m
    0
    17:40
    Derby
    Riverlights Coach Station
    00:45
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £16
  • National Express
    8h 30m
    0
    09:15
    Derby
    Riverlights Coach Station
    17:45
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £18
  • National Express
    7h 30m
    0
    01:55
    Derby
    Riverlights Coach Station
    09:25
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £20
  • National Express
    8h 28m
    0
    13:10
    Derby
    Riverlights Coach Station
    21:38
    Bournemouth
    University
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £20
  • National Express
    8h 15m
    0
    04:50
    Derby
    Riverlights Coach Station
    13:05
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £21
  • Did you know that if you travel from Derby to Bournemouth via Leicester, you can save more than £3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      9h 20m
      0
      06:40
      Derby
      Riverlights Coach Station
      07:55
      Leicester
      St. Margaret's Bus Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
      • Waiting Time 0h 55m
    • FlixBus
      7h 10m
      0
      08:50
      Leicester
      Fosse Park
      16:00
      Bournemouth
      Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £9
    Travel time is 2h 15m longer, but you will save £3

Frequency of bus connections between Derby and Bournemouth

See here how frequent the connections between Derby and Bournemouth are, during different times and days of the week.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 14 daily coaches from Derby to Bournemouth. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 10 daily coaches between Derby and Bournemouth.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 27 coaches from Derby to Bournemouth, while Night sees the fewest connections between Derby and Bournemouth, with 15 offers.

Facts about coaches from Derby to Bournemouth

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 13 times every day by bus from Derby to Bournemouth in one click! Book your bus ticket from Derby to Bournemouth starting from £16!

Cheapest Bus £16
Fastest Bus 6h 40m
Earliest Coach 01:55
Latest Coach 17:40
Daily Bus Connections 13 Ø
Distance 246.6 km
Coach Companies National Express

Cheapest coach connections from Derby to Bournemouth

Every day, 13 buses from 1 coach companies leave Derby for Bournemouth: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 15/05/2025 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 12/05
Tuesday 13/05
Wednesday 14/05
Thursday 15/05
£18
Friday 16/05
£22
Saturday 17/05
£21
Sunday 18/05
Monday 19/05
£19
Tuesday 20/05
£16
Wednesday 21/05
Thursday 22/05
£19
Friday 23/05
£21
Saturday 24/05
Sunday 25/05
Monday 26/05
£17
Tuesday 27/05
Wednesday 28/05
Thursday 29/05
Friday 30/05
Saturday 31/05
Sunday 01/06
Monday 02/06
Tuesday 03/06
Wednesday 04/06
Thursday 05/06
Friday 06/06
Saturday 07/06
£16
Sunday 08/06

The cheapest time to travel from Derby to Bournemouth

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Derby to Bournemouth, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £16, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Derby to Bournemouth. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £22.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Derby to Bournemouth, with £16. Night is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £20.

How to save money travelling from Derby to Bournemouth

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Derby to Bournemouth in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Derby to Bournemouth, 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 Derby to Bournemouth are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Derby to Bournemouth

These are the most booked bus companies between Derby to Bournemouth from our users.

National Express from Derby to Bournemouth

National Express

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

Cheapest Price £16
Fastest Coach 6h 40m
Earliest Coach 01:55
Last Coach 17:40
Daily Connections 13 Ø
Found on 12/05/2025

All bus stations and stops in Derby and Bournemouth

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Derby and Bournemouth.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Derby to Bournemouth? Compare all modes of transports from Derby to Bournemouth.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Derby to Bournemouth

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Derby to Bournemouth? Or which bus companies serve the route Derby to Bournemouth? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Derby to Bournemouth bus

How much does a Derby - Bournemouth coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Derby - Bournemouth bus trip is available from £16 and takes 7h 5m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Derby to Bournemouth is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £16 to £78. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

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

Each day, the bus route from Derby to Bournemouth is offered by roughly 13 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Bournemouth from Derby take?

The quickest coach from Derby to Bournemouth is provided by National Express and takes 6h 40m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £18. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Derby to Bournemouth?

The earliest bus to Bournemouth departs from Derby at 01:55. 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 Derby to Bournemouth?

The latest bus to Bournemouth departs from Derby at 17:40. 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 Derby - Bournemouth route?

Passengers looking to travel from Derby to Bournemouth 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 Derby and Bournemouth?

You can check all the direct connections between Derby and Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth from Derby?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Derby Bournemouth 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 Derby Bournemouth 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 Derby to Bournemouth on your planned travel date.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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