Bus from Derby to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

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Which bus from Derby to London Gatwick Airport is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Derby to London Gatwick Airport. 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
£31
tomorrow
Tuesday
£26
Wednesday
£26
Thursday
Friday
£48
Saturday
£30

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 55m 11:15 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 18:10 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal  Economy £31
National Express 7h 50m 13:10 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 21:00 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal  Economy £31
National Express 7h 20m 15:10 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 22:30 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal  Economy £31
FlixBus 5h 45m 23:05 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 04:50 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal  Economy £32
FlixBus 5h 55m 23:05 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 05:00 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal  Economy £32
  • Did you know that if you travel from Derby to London Gatwick Airport via London, you can save more than £16? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      6h 5m
      0
      17:40
      Derby
      Riverlights Coach Station
      21:35
      London
      Marble Arch
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £10
      • Waiting Time 0h 25m
    • National Express
      1h 45m
      0
      22:00
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      23:45
      London Gatwick Airport
      London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £5
    Travel time is 0h 20m longer, but you will save £16

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 15m 04:50 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 12:05 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal  Economy £26
National Express 7h 0m 06:05 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 13:05 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal  Economy £26
National Express 7h 0m 09:15 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 16:15 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal  Economy £26
National Express 7h 20m 11:15 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 18:35 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal  Economy £26
National Express 7h 50m 13:10 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 21:00 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal  Economy £26
  • Did you know that if you travel from Derby to London Gatwick Airport via London, you can save more than £12? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      7h 20m
      0
      15:10
      Derby
      Riverlights Coach Station
      19:35
      London
      Marble Arch
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £10
      • Waiting Time 0h 55m
    • National Express
      2h 0m
      0
      20:30
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      22:30
      London Gatwick Airport
      London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
    Travel time is 0h 20m longer, but you will save £12

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 15m 04:50 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 12:05 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal  Economy £26
National Express 7h 0m 06:05 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 13:05 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal  Economy £26
National Express 7h 0m 09:15 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 16:15 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal  Economy £26
FlixBus 5h 45m 00:50 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 06:35 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal  Economy £30
FlixBus 5h 55m 00:50 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 06:45 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal  Economy £30
  • Did you know that if you travel from Derby to London Gatwick Airport via London, you can save more than £12? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      7h 20m
      0
      15:10
      Derby
      Riverlights Coach Station
      19:35
      London
      Marble Arch
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £10
      • Waiting Time 0h 55m
    • National Express
      2h 0m
      0
      20:30
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      22:30
      London Gatwick Airport
      London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
    Travel time is 1h 35m longer, but you will save £12

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 25m 05:40 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 12:05 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal  Economy £48
National Express 6h 15m 06:50 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 13:05 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal  Economy £48
National Express 6h 50m 09:15 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 16:05 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal  Economy £48
National Express 6h 55m 11:15 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 18:10 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal  Economy £48
National Express 7h 50m 13:10 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 21:00 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal  Economy £48
  • Did you know that if you travel from Derby to London Gatwick Airport via London, you can save more than £34? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      7h 20m
      0
      15:10
      Derby
      Riverlights Coach Station
      19:35
      London
      Marble Arch
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £10
      • Waiting Time 0h 55m
    • National Express
      2h 0m
      0
      20:30
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      22:30
      London Gatwick Airport
      London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
    Travel time is 1h 5m longer, but you will save £34

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 5h 45m 00:50 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 06:35 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal  Economy £30
FlixBus 5h 55m 02:40 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 08:35 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal  Economy £30
FlixBus 6h 5m 04:40 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 10:45 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal  Economy £30
National Express 6h 25m 05:40 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 12:05 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal  Economy £33
National Express 6h 15m 06:50 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 13:05 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal  Economy £33
  • Did you know that if you travel from Derby to London Gatwick Airport via London, you can save more than £16? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      7h 20m
      0
      15:10
      Derby
      Riverlights Coach Station
      19:35
      London
      Marble Arch
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £10
      • Waiting Time 0h 55m
    • National Express
      2h 0m
      0
      20:30
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      22:30
      London Gatwick Airport
      London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
    Travel time is 1h 35m longer, but you will save £16

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Derby to London Gatwick Airport is £21 on 05/01/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Derby and London Gatwick Airport?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Derby to London Gatwick Airport. 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 25 daily coaches from Derby to London Gatwick Airport. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 8 daily coaches between Derby and London Gatwick Airport.
The busiest time of the day is the Night, with 37 coaches from Derby to London Gatwick Airport, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Derby and London Gatwick Airport, with only 8 offers.

All facts for Derby to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like National Express and FlixBus that travel daily 17 times by bus from Derby to London Gatwick Airport in one click. Book your Derby to London Gatwick Airport bus ticket starting from £21!

Cheapest Bus £21
Fastest Bus 4h 55m
Earliest Coach 11:15
Latest Coach 23:05
Daily Bus Connections 17 Ø
Distance 215.6 km
Coach Companies National Express and FlixBus

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Derby to London Gatwick Airport?

Every day, 17 buses from 2 coach companies leave Derby for London Gatwick Airport. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 21/12/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 15/12
Tuesday 16/12
Wednesday 17/12
Thursday 18/12
Friday 19/12
Saturday 20/12
Sunday 21/12
£32
Monday 22/12
Tuesday 23/12
£26
Wednesday 24/12
£26
Thursday 25/12
Friday 26/12
£48
Saturday 27/12
£30
Sunday 28/12
£33
Monday 29/12
£31
Tuesday 30/12
Wednesday 31/12
Thursday 01/01
£30
Friday 02/01
Saturday 03/01
Sunday 04/01
Monday 05/01
£21
Tuesday 06/01
Wednesday 07/01
Thursday 08/01
Friday 09/01
Saturday 10/01
Sunday 11/01

The cheapest time to travel from Derby to London Gatwick Airport

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Derby to London Gatwick Airport, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £26, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Derby to London Gatwick Airport. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £48.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Derby to London Gatwick Airport, with £21. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £30.

How to save money travelling from Derby to London Gatwick Airport

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 Derby to London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport, 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 London Gatwick Airport 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 Derby to London Gatwick Airport?

These are the most booked bus companies by our users on the Derby to London Gatwick Airport timetable.

National Express from Derby to London Gatwick Airport

National Express

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Derby to London Gatwick Airport:

Cheapest Price £26
Fastest Coach 4h 55m
Earliest Coach 11:15
Last Coach 22:10
Daily Connections 14 Ø
Found on 18/12/2025

FlixBus from Derby to London Gatwick Airport

FlixBus

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Derby to London Gatwick Airport:

Cheapest Price £30
Fastest Coach 5h 45m
Earliest Coach 23:05
Last Coach 23:05
Daily Connections 5 Ø
Found on 16/12/2025
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 Derby and London Gatwick Airport

Here is a map with all coach stations in Derby and London Gatwick Airport. 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 Derby to London Gatwick Airport

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Derby to London Gatwick Airport. 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 Derby to London Gatwick Airport bus

How much does a Derby - London Gatwick Airport coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest airport transfer for the Derby - London Gatwick Airportroute is available from £21 and takes 7h 15m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Derby to London Gatwick Airport?

The connection Derby to London Gatwick Airport is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £21 to £101. 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 - London Gatwick Airport route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Derby to London Gatwick Airport is offered by roughly 17 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to London Gatwick Airport from Derby take?

The quickest transfer from Derby to London Gatwick Airport is provided by National Express and takes 4h 55m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £72. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Derby to London Gatwick Airport?

The earliest bus to London Gatwick Airport departs from Derby at 11:15. 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 London Gatwick Airport?

The latest bus to London Gatwick Airport 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 - London Gatwick Airport route?

Passengers looking to travel from Derby to London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport?

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

What can I take with me on the bus to London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport 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 transfer from Derby to London Gatwick Airport on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Derby to London Gatwick Airport

Economy
Economy

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

More bus routes to Derby and to London Gatwick Airport

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