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Compare all timetables for the bus from Derby to Bournemouth

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Derby to Bournemouth from various bus operators like National Express or FlixBus for the next days.

today
£18
tomorrow
£19
Wednesday
£19
Thursday
£20
Friday
£18
Saturday
£18
Sunday
£19

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 15m 06:20 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 14:35 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £18
National Express 7h 55m 09:15 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 17:10 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £19
National Express 10h 20m 09:15 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 19:35 Bournemouth University  Economy £20
National Express 8h 53m 11:45 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 20:38 Bournemouth University  Economy £20
National Express 8h 40m 09:40 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 18:20 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £32

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 10h 10m 09:15 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 19:25 Bournemouth University  Economy £19
National Express 9h 23m 11:45 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 21:08 Bournemouth University  Economy £19
National Express 8h 15m 06:20 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 14:35 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £20
National Express 7h 35m 09:15 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 16:50 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £20
National Express 6h 20m 03:10 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 09:30 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £30

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 10h 10m 09:15 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 19:25 Bournemouth University  Economy £19
National Express 8h 15m 06:20 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 14:35 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £20
National Express 7h 35m 09:15 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 16:50 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £20
National Express 9h 23m 11:45 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 21:08 Bournemouth University  Economy £21
National Express 6h 20m 03:10 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 09:30 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £32

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 15m 06:20 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 14:35 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £20
National Express 7h 35m 09:15 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 16:50 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £20
National Express 10h 10m 09:15 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 19:25 Bournemouth University  Economy £21
FlixBus 9h 0m 03:10 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 12:10 Bournemouth Central Coach Station  Economy £43
FlixBus 9h 40m 04:40 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 14:20 Bournemouth Central Coach Station  Economy £43

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 0m 05:05 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 13:05 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £18
National Express 7h 25m 06:15 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 13:40 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £18
National Express 8h 13m 15:20 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 23:33 Bournemouth University  Economy £19
National Express 8h 40m 09:15 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 17:55 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £20
National Express 8h 25m 11:10 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 19:35 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £20

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 20m 17:40 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 01:00 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £18
National Express 8h 13m 15:20 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 23:33 Bournemouth University  Economy £19
National Express 7h 55m 13:10 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 21:05 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £20
National Express 8h 0m 15:20 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 23:20 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £20
National Express 8h 40m 11:10 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 19:50 Bournemouth University  Economy £21

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 13m 15:20 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 23:33 Bournemouth University  Economy £19
National Express 6h 55m 06:45 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 13:40 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £20
National Express 7h 55m 09:15 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 17:10 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £20
FlixBus 9h 30m 02:40 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 12:10 Bournemouth Central Coach Station  Economy £43
FlixBus 9h 40m 04:40 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 14:20 Bournemouth Central Coach Station  Economy £43

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Derby to Bournemouth is £18 on 03/08/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


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.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 15 daily coaches from Derby to Bournemouth. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 7 daily coaches between Derby and Bournemouth.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 45 coaches from Derby to Bournemouth, while Night sees the fewest connections between Derby and Bournemouth, with 16 offers.

Facts about coaches from Derby to Bournemouth

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 11 times every day by bus from Derby to Bournemouth in one click! Book your bus ticket from Derby to Bournemouth starting from £18!

Cheapest Bus £18
Fastest Bus 6h 10m
Earliest Coach 06:20
Latest Coach 17:40
Daily Bus Connections 11 Ø
Distance 246.6 km
Coach Companies National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest coach connections from Derby to Bournemouth

Every day, 11 buses from 2 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 03/08/2026 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 03/08
£20
Tuesday 04/08
£20
Wednesday 05/08
£20
Thursday 06/08
£21
Friday 07/08
£19
Saturday 08/08
£18
Sunday 09/08
£43
Monday 10/08
£20
Tuesday 11/08
£20
Wednesday 12/08
£22
Thursday 13/08
Friday 14/08
£20
Saturday 15/08
£18
Sunday 16/08
£21
Monday 17/08
£19
Tuesday 18/08
£21
Wednesday 19/08
£20
Thursday 20/08
£21
Friday 21/08
£19
Saturday 22/08
£20
Sunday 23/08
£48
Monday 24/08
£21
Tuesday 25/08
£20
Wednesday 26/08
£43
Thursday 27/08
£22
Friday 28/08
£20
Saturday 29/08
£20
Sunday 30/08

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 £18, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Derby to Bournemouth. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £20.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Derby to Bournemouth, with £18. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £18.

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 £18
Fastest Coach 6h 10m
Earliest Coach 06:20
Last Coach 17:40
Daily Connections 10 Ø
Found on 09/07/2026

FlixBus from Derby to Bournemouth

FlixBus

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

Cheapest Price £43
Fastest Coach 9h 0m
Earliest Coach 03:10
Last Coach 04:40
Daily Connections 2 Ø
Found on 10/07/2026

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.

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 £18 and takes 8h 15m. 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 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £18 to £61. 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 11 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 10m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £36. 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 06:20. 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 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 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 and FlixBus.

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.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Derby to Bournemouth?

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 11 daily trips between Derby and Bournemouth. 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 Derby to Bournemouth?

Prices and availability for 11 trips between Derby and Bournemouth 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 Derby to Bournemouth

Economy
Economy

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

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