Bus and Coach from Derby to Cambridge: Compare all prices

Compare all timetables for the bus from Derby to Cambridge

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

today

tomorrow

£18

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

£22

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	8h 35m	02:40	Derby	Riverlights Coach Station	11:15	Cambridge	Parkside	Economy	£18	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Riverlights Coach Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 14/12/2025 02:40:00 to Parkside, Cambridge (United Kingdom) arriving at 14/12/2025 11:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 35m
FlixBus	8h 15m	02:40	Derby	Riverlights Coach Station	10:55	Cambridge	Trumpington Park and Ride	Economy	£18	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Riverlights Coach Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 14/12/2025 02:40:00 to Trumpington Park and Ride, Cambridge (United Kingdom) arriving at 14/12/2025 10:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 15m
FlixBus	11h 50m	23:05	Derby	Riverlights Coach Station	10:55	Cambridge	Trumpington Park and Ride	Economy	£18	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Riverlights Coach Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 14/12/2025 23:05:00 to Trumpington Park and Ride, Cambridge (United Kingdom) arriving at 15/12/2025 10:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 50m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	8h 35m	02:40	Derby	Riverlights Coach Station	11:15	Cambridge	Parkside	Economy	£22	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Riverlights Coach Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 19/12/2025 02:40:00 to Parkside, Cambridge (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/12/2025 11:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £22 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 35m
FlixBus	8h 15m	02:40	Derby	Riverlights Coach Station	10:55	Cambridge	Trumpington Park and Ride	Economy	£22	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Riverlights Coach Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 19/12/2025 02:40:00 to Trumpington Park and Ride, Cambridge (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/12/2025 10:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £22 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 15m
FlixBus	11h 50m	23:05	Derby	Riverlights Coach Station	10:55	Cambridge	Trumpington Park and Ride	Economy	£22	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Riverlights Coach Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 19/12/2025 23:05:00 to Trumpington Park and Ride, Cambridge (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/12/2025 10:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £22 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 50m

Did you know that if you travel from Derby to Cambridge via Leicester, you can save more than £4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- National Express
  
  8h 30m
  
  0
  
  13:10
  
  Derby
  Riverlights Coach Station
  
  14:20
  
  Leicester
  St. Margaret's Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £4
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from Riverlights Coach Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 15/12/2025 13:10:00 to St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) arriving at 15/12/2025 14:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £4 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 10m
- FlixBus
  
  6h 20m
  
  0
  
  15:20
  
  Leicester
  St. Margaret's Bus Station
  
  21:40
  
  Cambridge
  Trumpington Park and Ride
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £13
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 15/12/2025 15:20:00 to Trumpington Park and Ride, Cambridge (United Kingdom) arriving at 15/12/2025 21:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 20m
Travel time is 0h 15m longer, but you will save £4

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Derby to Cambridge is £13 on 08/12/2025. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Derby and Cambridge

See here how frequent the connections between Derby and Cambridge are, during different times and days of the week.

Friday is the busiest day, with more than 3 daily coaches from Derby to Cambridge. Friday has instead the fewest connections, with only 3 daily coaches between Derby and Cambridge.

The busiest time of the day is the Night, with 4 coaches from Derby to Cambridge, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Derby and Cambridge, with 2 offers.

Facts about coaches from Derby to Cambridge

Compare all providers like FlixBus that travel 3 times every day by bus from Derby to Cambridge in one click! Book your bus ticket from Derby to Cambridge starting from £13!

Cheapest Bus	£13
Fastest Bus	8h 15m
Earliest Coach	02:40
Latest Coach	23:05
Daily Bus Connections	3 Ø
Distance	134.3 km
Coach Companies	FlixBus

Cheapest coach connections from Derby to Cambridge

Every day, 3 buses from 1 coach companies leave Derby for Cambridge: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 13/12/2025 and for the following days.

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 08/12

Tuesday 09/12

Wednesday 10/12

Thursday 11/12

Friday 12/12

Saturday 13/12

Sunday 14/12

£18

Monday 15/12

Tuesday 16/12

Wednesday 17/12

Thursday 18/12

Friday 19/12

£22

Saturday 20/12

Sunday 21/12

£23

Monday 22/12

Tuesday 23/12

Wednesday 24/12

Thursday 25/12

Friday 26/12

Saturday 27/12

Sunday 28/12

Monday 29/12

Tuesday 30/12

Wednesday 31/12

Thursday 01/01

Friday 02/01

Saturday 03/01

Sunday 04/01

The cheapest time to travel from Derby to Cambridge

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Derby to Cambridge, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from £18, Sunday is the cheapest day for a coach from Derby to Cambridge. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £22.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Derby to Cambridge, with £18. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £18.

How to save money travelling from Derby to Cambridge

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 Cambridge 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 Cambridge, 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 Cambridge are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Derby and Cambridge

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

Riverlights Coach Station

Morledge 735

Central Bus Station

Pride Park

Donnington Park

Hollands Way

Parkside

Parkside 36

Trumpington Park and Ride

Hauxton Road

Babraham Crossroads

Cambridge Rd

Jesus College

Victoria Ave

Trumpington

High Street

Service and Comfort on the bus from Derby to Cambridge

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

FAQs about the Derby to Cambridge bus

How much does a Derby - Cambridge coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Derby - Cambridge bus trip is available from £13 and takes 8h 35m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Derby to Cambridge is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £13 to £22. 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 - Cambridge route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Derby to Cambridge is offered by roughly 3 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Cambridge from Derby take?

The quickest coach from Derby to Cambridge is provided by FlixBus and takes 8h 15m. 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 Cambridge?

The earliest bus to Cambridge departs from Derby at 02:40. 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 Cambridge?

The latest bus to Cambridge departs from Derby at 23:05. 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 - Cambridge route?

Passengers looking to travel from Derby to Cambridge can travel with 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 Cambridge?

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

What can I take with me on the bus to Cambridge 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 Cambridge 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 Cambridge 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 Cambridge on your planned travel date.

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Derby and to Cambridge

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Derby and to Cambridge. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!