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Compare all timetables for the bus from Luton to Derby

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

today
£26
tomorrow
£25
Monday
£11
Tuesday
£27
Wednesday
£27
Thursday
£27
Friday
£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 13:35 Luton Interchange 17:20 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £26
National Express 3h 35m 16:10 Luton Interchange 19:45 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £26
National Express 3h 25m 18:40 Luton Interchange 22:05 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £26
National Express 3h 25m 20:10 Luton Interchange 23:35 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £26
National Express 3h 25m 21:10 Luton Interchange 00:35 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £26
  • Did you know that if you travel from Luton to Derby via Luton Airport, you can save more than £7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      3h 50m
      0
      20:45
      Luton
      Interchange
      20:55
      Luton Airport
      Luton Airport
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £2
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • National Express
      3h 35m
      0
      21:00
      Luton Airport
      Luton Airport
      00:35
      Derby
      Riverlights Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £17
    Travel time is 0h 25m longer, but you will save £7

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 3h 40m 01:45 Luton Interchange 05:25 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £25
National Express 3h 25m 20:10 Luton Interchange 23:35 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £25
National Express 3h 25m 21:10 Luton Interchange 00:35 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £25
National Express 3h 25m 22:45 Luton Interchange 02:10 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £25
National Express 3h 15m 00:05 Luton Interchange 03:20 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £26
  • Did you know that if you travel from Luton to Derby via Luton Airport, you can save more than £6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      3h 50m
      0
      20:45
      Luton
      Interchange
      20:55
      Luton Airport
      Luton Airport
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £2
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • National Express
      3h 35m
      0
      21:00
      Luton Airport
      Luton Airport
      00:35
      Derby
      Riverlights Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £17
    Travel time is 0h 35m longer, but you will save £6

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 7h 0m 17:05 Luton Bus Station 00:05 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £11
FlixBus 5h 45m 21:10 Luton Bus Station 02:55 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £11
National Express 3h 15m 00:05 Luton Interchange 03:20 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £27
National Express 3h 40m 01:45 Luton Interchange 05:25 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £27
National Express 3h 45m 13:35 Luton Interchange 17:20 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £27

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 3h 15m 00:05 Luton Interchange 03:20 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £27
National Express 3h 40m 01:45 Luton Interchange 05:25 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £27
National Express 3h 50m 15:00 Luton Interchange 18:50 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £27
National Express 3h 25m 19:05 Luton Interchange 22:30 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £27
National Express 3h 25m 20:15 Luton Interchange 23:40 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £27
  • Did you know that if you travel from Luton to Derby via Luton Airport, you can save more than £8? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      3h 50m
      0
      20:45
      Luton
      Interchange
      20:55
      Luton Airport
      Luton Airport
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £2
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • National Express
      3h 35m
      0
      21:00
      Luton Airport
      Luton Airport
      00:35
      Derby
      Riverlights Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £17
    Travel time is 0h 35m longer, but you will save £8

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 3h 15m 00:05 Luton Interchange 03:20 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £27
National Express 3h 40m 01:45 Luton Interchange 05:25 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £27
National Express 3h 45m 13:35 Luton Interchange 17:20 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £27
National Express 3h 50m 15:00 Luton Interchange 18:50 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £27
National Express 3h 35m 16:35 Luton Interchange 20:10 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £27
  • Did you know that if you travel from Luton to Derby via Luton Airport, you can save more than £8? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      3h 50m
      0
      20:45
      Luton
      Interchange
      20:55
      Luton Airport
      Luton Airport
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £2
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • National Express
      3h 35m
      0
      21:00
      Luton Airport
      Luton Airport
      00:35
      Derby
      Riverlights Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £17
    Travel time is 0h 35m longer, but you will save £8

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 3h 15m 00:05 Luton Interchange 03:20 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £27
National Express 3h 40m 01:45 Luton Interchange 05:25 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £27
National Express 3h 45m 13:35 Luton Interchange 17:20 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £27
National Express 3h 50m 15:00 Luton Interchange 18:50 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £27
National Express 3h 35m 16:35 Luton Interchange 20:10 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £27
  • Did you know that if you travel from Luton to Derby via Luton Airport, you can save more than £8? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      3h 50m
      0
      20:45
      Luton
      Interchange
      20:55
      Luton Airport
      Luton Airport
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £2
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • National Express
      3h 35m
      0
      21:00
      Luton Airport
      Luton Airport
      00:35
      Derby
      Riverlights Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £17
    Travel time is 0h 35m 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 15m 00:05 Luton Interchange 03:20 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £27
National Express 3h 40m 01:45 Luton Interchange 05:25 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £27
National Express 3h 45m 13:35 Luton Interchange 17:20 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £27
National Express 3h 35m 16:35 Luton Interchange 20:10 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £27
National Express 3h 25m 19:05 Luton Interchange 22:30 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £27
  • Did you know that if you travel from Luton to Derby via Luton Airport, you can save more than £8? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      3h 50m
      0
      20:45
      Luton
      Interchange
      20:55
      Luton Airport
      Luton Airport
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £2
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • National Express
      3h 35m
      0
      21:00
      Luton Airport
      Luton Airport
      00:35
      Derby
      Riverlights Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £17
    Travel time is 0h 35m longer, but you will save £8

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Luton to Derby is £11 on 14/09/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Luton and Derby

See here how frequent the connections between Luton and Derby are, during different times and days of the week.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 11 daily coaches from Luton to Derby. Saturday has instead the fewest connections, with only 7 daily coaches between Luton and Derby.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 29 coaches from Luton to Derby, while Night sees the fewest connections between Luton and Derby, with 12 offers.

Facts about coaches from Luton to Derby

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 9 times every day by bus from Luton to Derby in one click! Book your bus ticket from Luton to Derby starting from £11!

Cheapest Bus £11
Fastest Bus 3h 15m
Earliest Coach 13:35
Latest Coach 22:45
Daily Bus Connections 9 Ø
Distance 136.3 km
Coach Companies National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest coach connections from Luton to Derby

Every day, 9 buses from 2 coach companies leave Luton for Derby: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/09/2026 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 07/09
Tuesday 08/09
Wednesday 09/09
Thursday 10/09
Friday 11/09
Saturday 12/09
£25
Sunday 13/09
£25
Monday 14/09
£27
Tuesday 15/09
£27
Wednesday 16/09
£27
Thursday 17/09
£27
Friday 18/09
£27
Saturday 19/09
£27
Sunday 20/09
£27
Monday 21/09
£27
Tuesday 22/09
£27
Wednesday 23/09
£27
Thursday 24/09
Friday 25/09
£27
Saturday 26/09
£25
Sunday 27/09
£25
Monday 28/09
£25
Tuesday 29/09
£25
Wednesday 30/09
£25
Thursday 01/10
Friday 02/10
£25
Saturday 03/10
£25
Sunday 04/10

The cheapest time to travel from Luton to Derby

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Luton to Derby, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £11, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Luton to Derby. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £25.
Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Luton to Derby, with £11. Night is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £25.

How to save money travelling from Luton 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 Luton 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 Luton 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 Luton to Derby are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Luton to Derby

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

National Express from Luton to Derby

National Express

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

Cheapest Price £25
Fastest Coach 3h 15m
Earliest Coach 13:35
Last Coach 22:45
Daily Connections 8 Ø
Found on 11/09/2026

FlixBus from Luton to Derby

FlixBus

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

Cheapest Price £11
Fastest Coach 5h 45m
Earliest Coach 17:05
Last Coach 21:10
Daily Connections 2 Ø
Found on 16/07/2026

All bus stations and stops in Luton and Derby

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

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Luton to Derby

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

FAQs about the Luton to Derby bus

How much does a Luton - Derby coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Luton - Derby bus trip is available from £11 and takes 5h 45m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Luton to Derby is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £11 to £28. 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 Luton - Derby route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Luton to Derby is offered by roughly 9 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Derby from Luton take?

The quickest coach from Luton to Derby is provided by National Express and takes 3h 15m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £26. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Luton to Derby?

The earliest bus to Derby departs from Luton at 13:35. 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 Luton to Derby?

The latest bus to Derby departs from Luton at 22:45. 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 Luton - Derby route?

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

You can check all the direct connections between Luton 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 and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the bus to Derby from Luton?

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 Luton 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 Luton 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 Luton to Derby on your planned travel date.

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

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 9 daily trips between Luton and Derby. 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 Luton to Derby?

Prices and availability for 9 trips between Luton and Derby 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 Luton to Derby

Economy
Economy

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

More bus routes to Luton and to Derby

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