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Which bus from Derby to Luton is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Derby to Luton. 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
£25
tomorrow
£27
Friday
£27
Saturday
£27
Sunday
£25
Monday
£27
Tuesday
£27

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 3h 45m 04:10 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 07:55 Luton Interchange  Economy £25
National Express 3h 45m 05:40 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 09:25 Luton Interchange  Economy £25
National Express 3h 25m 02:25 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 05:50 Luton Interchange  Economy £26
National Express 3h 35m 07:35 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 11:10 Luton Interchange  Economy £26
National Express 3h 45m 12:05 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 15:50 Luton Interchange  Economy £26
  • Did you know that if you travel from Derby to Luton via Luton Airport, you can save more than £6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      4h 50m
      0
      04:10
      Derby
      Riverlights Coach Station
      08:05
      Luton Airport
      Luton Airport
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £17
      • Waiting Time 0h 45m
    • National Express
      0h 10m
      0
      08:50
      Luton Airport
      Luton Airport
      09:00
      Luton
      Interchange
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £2
    Travel time is 1h 25m longer, but you will save £6

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 3h 25m 00:10 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 03:35 Luton Interchange  Economy £27
National Express 3h 25m 00:55 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 04:20 Luton Interchange  Economy £27
National Express 3h 25m 02:25 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 05:50 Luton Interchange  Economy £27
National Express 3h 45m 04:10 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 07:55 Luton Interchange  Economy £27
National Express 3h 45m 05:40 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 09:25 Luton Interchange  Economy £27
  • Did you know that if you travel from Derby to Luton via Luton Airport, you can save more than £8? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      4h 50m
      0
      04:10
      Derby
      Riverlights Coach Station
      08:05
      Luton Airport
      Luton Airport
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £17
      • Waiting Time 0h 45m
    • National Express
      0h 10m
      0
      08:50
      Luton Airport
      Luton Airport
      09:00
      Luton
      Interchange
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £2
    Travel time is 1h 25m longer, but you will save £8

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 3h 25m 00:10 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 03:35 Luton Interchange  Economy £27
National Express 3h 25m 00:55 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 04:20 Luton Interchange  Economy £27
National Express 3h 25m 02:25 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 05:50 Luton Interchange  Economy £27
National Express 3h 45m 04:10 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 07:55 Luton Interchange  Economy £27
National Express 3h 45m 05:40 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 09:25 Luton Interchange  Economy £27
  • Did you know that if you travel from Derby to Luton via Luton Airport, you can save more than £10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      4h 50m
      0
      22:10
      Derby
      Riverlights Coach Station
      01:45
      Luton Airport
      Luton Airport
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £15
      • Waiting Time 1h 5m
    • National Express
      0h 10m
      0
      02:50
      Luton Airport
      Luton Airport
      03:00
      Luton
      Interchange
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £2
    Travel time is 1h 25m longer, but you will save £10

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 3h 25m 00:10 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 03:35 Luton Interchange  Economy £27
National Express 3h 20m 01:25 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 04:45 Luton Interchange  Economy £27
National Express 3h 25m 02:40 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 06:05 Luton Interchange  Economy £27
National Express 3h 25m 04:30 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 07:55 Luton Interchange  Economy £27
National Express 3h 25m 06:00 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 09:25 Luton Interchange  Economy £27
  • Did you know that if you travel from Derby to Luton via Luton Airport, you can save more than £10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      4h 50m
      0
      22:10
      Derby
      Riverlights Coach Station
      01:45
      Luton Airport
      Luton Airport
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £15
      • Waiting Time 1h 5m
    • National Express
      0h 10m
      0
      02:50
      Luton Airport
      Luton Airport
      03:00
      Luton
      Interchange
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £2
    Travel time is 1h 30m longer, but you will save £10

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 3h 20m 01:25 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 04:45 Luton Interchange  Economy £25
National Express 3h 25m 02:40 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 06:05 Luton Interchange  Economy £25
National Express 3h 25m 04:30 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 07:55 Luton Interchange  Economy £25
National Express 3h 25m 06:00 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 09:25 Luton Interchange  Economy £25
National Express 3h 25m 00:10 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 03:35 Luton Interchange  Economy £26
  • Did you know that if you travel from Derby to Luton via Luton Airport, you can save more than £8? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      4h 50m
      0
      22:10
      Derby
      Riverlights Coach Station
      01:45
      Luton Airport
      Luton Airport
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £15
      • Waiting Time 1h 5m
    • National Express
      0h 10m
      0
      02:50
      Luton Airport
      Luton Airport
      03:00
      Luton
      Interchange
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £2
    Travel time is 1h 30m longer, but you will save £8

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 3h 25m 00:10 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 03:35 Luton Interchange  Economy £27
National Express 3h 25m 00:55 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 04:20 Luton Interchange  Economy £27
National Express 3h 25m 02:25 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 05:50 Luton Interchange  Economy £27
National Express 3h 45m 04:10 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 07:55 Luton Interchange  Economy £27
National Express 3h 45m 05:40 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 09:25 Luton Interchange  Economy £27
  • Did you know that if you travel from Derby to Luton via Luton Airport, you can save more than £10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      4h 50m
      0
      22:10
      Derby
      Riverlights Coach Station
      01:45
      Luton Airport
      Luton Airport
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £15
      • Waiting Time 1h 5m
    • National Express
      0h 10m
      0
      02:50
      Luton Airport
      Luton Airport
      03:00
      Luton
      Interchange
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £2
    Travel time is 1h 25m longer, but you will save £10

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 3h 25m 00:10 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 03:35 Luton Interchange  Economy £27
National Express 3h 25m 00:55 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 04:20 Luton Interchange  Economy £27
National Express 3h 25m 02:25 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 05:50 Luton Interchange  Economy £27
National Express 3h 45m 04:10 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 07:55 Luton Interchange  Economy £27
National Express 3h 45m 05:40 Derby Riverlights Coach Station 09:25 Luton Interchange  Economy £27
  • Did you know that if you travel from Derby to Luton via Luton Airport, you can save more than £10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      4h 50m
      0
      22:10
      Derby
      Riverlights Coach Station
      01:45
      Luton Airport
      Luton Airport
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £15
      • Waiting Time 1h 5m
    • National Express
      0h 10m
      0
      02:50
      Luton Airport
      Luton Airport
      03:00
      Luton
      Interchange
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £2
    Travel time is 1h 25m longer, but you will save £10

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Derby to Luton is £25 on 16/09/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


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

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Derby to Luton. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 9 daily coaches from Derby to Luton. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 7 daily coaches between Derby and Luton.
The busiest time of the day is the Night, with 31 coaches from Derby to Luton, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Derby and Luton, with 7 offers.

All facts for Derby to Luton bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like National Express that travel daily 8 times by bus from Derby to Luton in one click. Book your Derby to Luton bus ticket starting from £25!

Cheapest Bus £25
Fastest Bus 3h 20m
Earliest Coach 02:25
Latest Coach 22:10
Daily Bus Connections 8 Ø
Distance 136.3 km
Coach Companies National Express

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Derby to Luton?

Every day, 8 buses from 1 coach companies leave Derby for Luton. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 16/09/2026 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 14/09
Tuesday 15/09
Wednesday 16/09
£25
Thursday 17/09
£27
Friday 18/09
£27
Saturday 19/09
£27
Sunday 20/09
£25
Monday 21/09
£27
Tuesday 22/09
£27
Wednesday 23/09
£27
Thursday 24/09
Friday 25/09
£27
Saturday 26/09
£27
Sunday 27/09
£25
Monday 28/09
£25
Tuesday 29/09
£25
Wednesday 30/09
£25
Thursday 01/10
£25
Friday 02/10
£25
Saturday 03/10
£25
Sunday 04/10
£25
Monday 05/10
£25
Tuesday 06/10
£25
Wednesday 07/10
£25
Thursday 08/10
£25
Friday 09/10
£25
Saturday 10/10
£25
Sunday 11/10

The cheapest time to travel from Derby to Luton

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Derby to Luton, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £25, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Derby to Luton. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £25.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Derby to Luton, with £25. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £26.

How to save money travelling from Derby to Luton

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 Luton 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 Derby to Luton, 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 Luton 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.

All bus stations and stops in Derby and Luton

Here is a map with all coach stations in Derby and Luton. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

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 Luton? Compare all modes of transports from Derby to Luton.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Derby to Luton

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

How much does a Derby Luton coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Derby Luton bus trip is available from £25 and takes 3h 45m. Compare offers and save money!

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

This connection is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £25 to £27. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Luton.

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

Each day, the bus route from Derby to Luton is offered by roughly 8 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Luton from Derby take?

The quickest coach from Derby to Luton is provided by National Express and takes 3h 20m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £27. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Derby to Luton?

The earliest bus to Luton departs from Derby at 02:25. 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 Luton?

The latest bus to Luton departs from Derby at 22:10. 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 Luton route?

Passengers looking to travel from Derby to Luton 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 Luton?

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

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 Derby Luton 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 Luton 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 Luton on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best coach deals from Derby to Luton?

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 8 daily trips between Derby and Luton. 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 Luton?

Prices and availability for 8 trips between Derby and Luton 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 Luton

Economy
Economy

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

More bus routes to Derby and to Luton

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