Bus and Coach from Edinburgh to Derby: Compare all prices

Compare all timetables for the bus from Edinburgh to Derby

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

today

£36

tomorrow

£22

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Cheapest bus trips today
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	11h 50m	08:45	Edinburgh	Central bus station	20:35	Derby	Riverlights Coach Station		Economy	£36	A Bus from National Express goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 01/08/2026 08:45:00 to Riverlights Coach Station, Derby (United Kingdom) arriving at 01/08/2026 20:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £36 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 50m
	National Express	12h 30m	20:15	Edinburgh	Central bus station	08:45	Derby	Riverlights Coach Station		Economy	£49	A Bus from National Express goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 01/08/2026 20:15:00 to Riverlights Coach Station, Derby (United Kingdom) arriving at 02/08/2026 08:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £49 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 30m

Did you know that if you travel from Edinburgh to Derby via Sheffield, you can save more than £12? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  12h 30m
  
  0
  
  22:15
  
  Edinburgh
  Haymarket Station
  
  05:20
  
  Sheffield
  Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £20
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Haymarket Station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 02/08/2026 22:15:00 to Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 03/08/2026 05:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 5m
- FlixBus
  
  1h 10m
  
  0
  
  09:35
  
  Sheffield
  Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station
  
  10:45
  
  Derby
  Riverlights Coach Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £4
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) at 03/08/2026 09:35:00 to Riverlights Coach Station, Derby (United Kingdom) arriving at 03/08/2026 10:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £4 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 10m
Travel time is 0h 40m longer, but you will save £12

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	11h 50m	08:45	Edinburgh	Central bus station	20:35	Derby	Riverlights Coach Station		Economy	£22	A Bus from National Express goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 02/08/2026 08:45:00 to Riverlights Coach Station, Derby (United Kingdom) arriving at 02/08/2026 20:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £22 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 50m
	National Express	11h 25m	21:10	Edinburgh	Central bus station	08:35	Derby	Riverlights Coach Station		Economy	£39	A Bus from National Express goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 02/08/2026 21:10:00 to Riverlights Coach Station, Derby (United Kingdom) arriving at 03/08/2026 08:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £39 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 25m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Edinburgh to Derby is £22 on 02/08/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Edinburgh and Derby

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

Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 2 daily coaches from Edinburgh to Derby. Saturday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Edinburgh and Derby.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 2 coaches from Edinburgh to Derby, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Edinburgh and Derby, with 2 offers.

Facts about coaches from Edinburgh to Derby

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 2 times every day by bus from Edinburgh to Derby in one click! Book your bus ticket from Edinburgh to Derby starting from £22!

Cheapest Bus	£22
Fastest Bus	11h 25m
Earliest Coach	08:45
Latest Coach	21:10
Daily Bus Connections	2 Ø
Distance	354.7 km
Coach Companies	National Express

Cheapest coach connections from Edinburgh to Derby

Every day, 2 buses from 1 coach companies leave Edinburgh for Derby: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 01/08/2026 and for the following days.

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 27/07

Tuesday 28/07

Wednesday 29/07

Thursday 30/07

Friday 31/07

Saturday 01/08

£36

Sunday 02/08

£22

Monday 03/08

Tuesday 04/08

Wednesday 05/08

Thursday 06/08

Friday 07/08

Saturday 08/08

Sunday 09/08

£34

Monday 10/08

Tuesday 11/08

Wednesday 12/08

Thursday 13/08

Friday 14/08

Saturday 15/08

£27

Sunday 16/08

Monday 17/08

Tuesday 18/08

Wednesday 19/08

Thursday 20/08

£36

Friday 21/08

Saturday 22/08

Sunday 23/08

The cheapest time to travel from Edinburgh to Derby

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

With a price starting from £22, Sunday is the cheapest day for a coach from Edinburgh to Derby. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £27.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Edinburgh to Derby, with £22. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £39.

How to save money travelling from Edinburgh to Derby

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 Edinburgh to Derby 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 Edinburgh to Derby, 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 Edinburgh to Derby are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Edinburgh to Derby

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

National Express from Edinburgh to Derby

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

Cheapest Price	£22
Fastest Coach	11h 25m
Earliest Coach	08:45
Last Coach	21:10
Daily Connections	2 Ø
Found on	02/07/2026

All bus stations and stops in Edinburgh and Derby

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

Central bus station

Multrees Walk 13-14

St Andrew Square

St Andrew's House Station

Edinburgh St Andrew's House Edinburgh St Andrew's House

Edingburgh - Queensferry Street

N St David St

Riverlights Coach Station

Morledge 735

Central Bus Station

Pride Park

Donnington Park

Hollands Way

Service and Comfort on the bus from Edinburgh to Derby

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

FAQs about the Edinburgh to Derby bus

How much does a Edinburgh - Derby coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Edinburgh - Derby bus trip is available from £22 and takes 11h 50m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Edinburgh to Derby is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £22 to £49. 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 Edinburgh - Derby route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Edinburgh to Derby is offered by roughly 2 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Derby from Edinburgh take?

The quickest coach from Edinburgh to Derby is provided by National Express and takes 11h 25m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £39. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Edinburgh to Derby?

The earliest bus to Derby departs from Edinburgh at 08:45. 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 Edinburgh to Derby?

The latest bus to Derby departs from Edinburgh at 21:10. 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 Edinburgh - Derby route?

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

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

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 Edinburgh Derby 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 Edinburgh Derby 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 Edinburgh to Derby on your planned travel date.

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

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How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Edinburgh to Derby?

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Edinburgh and to Derby

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