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Compare all timetables for the bus from Sunderland to Derby

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

today
£35
tomorrow
£17
Sunday
Monday
£13
Tuesday
£28
Wednesday
£28
Thursday
£12

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 4h 30m 10:00 Sunderland Interchange 14:30 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £35
National Express 7h 50m 18:05 Sunderland Interchange 01:55 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £44
  • Did you know that if you travel from Sunderland to Derby via Leeds, you can save more than £16? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      5h 10m
      0
      05:50
      Sunderland
      Interchange
      08:00
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £12
      • Waiting Time 1h 0m
    • FlixBus
      2h 0m
      0
      09:00
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      11:00
      Derby
      Riverlights Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £7
    Travel time is 0h 40m longer, but you will save £16

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 5h 15m 14:20 Sunderland Interchange 19:35 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £17
National Express 4h 20m 10:15 Sunderland Interchange 14:35 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £35
National Express 7h 50m 18:05 Sunderland Interchange 01:55 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £38

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 5h 15m 14:20 Sunderland Interchange 19:35 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £13
National Express 4h 20m 10:15 Sunderland Interchange 14:35 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £26
National Express 7h 50m 18:05 Sunderland Interchange 01:55 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £28

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 50m 18:05 Sunderland Interchange 01:55 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £28
National Express 4h 20m 10:15 Sunderland Interchange 14:35 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £35
  • Did you know that if you travel from Sunderland to Derby via Leeds, you can save more than £15? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      5h 15m
      0
      05:45
      Sunderland
      Interchange
      08:00
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £8
      • Waiting Time 1h 0m
    • FlixBus
      2h 0m
      0
      09:00
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      11:00
      Derby
      Riverlights Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
    Travel time is 0h 55m longer, but you will save £15

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 50m 18:05 Sunderland Interchange 01:55 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £28
National Express 4h 20m 10:15 Sunderland Interchange 14:35 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £35
  • Did you know that if you travel from Sunderland to Derby via Leeds, you can save more than £15? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      5h 15m
      0
      05:45
      Sunderland
      Interchange
      08:00
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £8
      • Waiting Time 1h 0m
    • FlixBus
      2h 0m
      0
      09:00
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      11:00
      Derby
      Riverlights Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
    Travel time is 0h 55m longer, but you will save £15

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 5h 15m 14:20 Sunderland Interchange 19:35 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £12
National Express 4h 20m 10:15 Sunderland Interchange 14:35 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £26
National Express 7h 50m 18:05 Sunderland Interchange 01:55 Derby Riverlights Coach Station  Economy £28

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Sunderland to Derby is £12 on 11/12/2025. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Sunderland and Derby

See here how frequent the connections between Sunderland and Derby are, during different times and days of the week.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 3 daily coaches from Sunderland to Derby. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Sunderland and Derby.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 6 coaches from Sunderland to Derby, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Sunderland and Derby, with 3 offers.

Facts about coaches from Sunderland to Derby

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 2 times every day by bus from Sunderland to Derby in one click! Book your bus ticket from Sunderland to Derby starting from £12!

Cheapest Bus £12
Fastest Bus 4h 20m
Earliest Coach 10:00
Latest Coach 18:05
Daily Bus Connections 2 Ø
Distance 220.7 km
Coach Companies National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest coach connections from Sunderland to Derby

Every day, 2 buses from 2 coach companies leave Sunderland for Derby: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 05/12/2025 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 01/12
Tuesday 02/12
Wednesday 03/12
Thursday 04/12
Friday 05/12
£35
Saturday 06/12
£35
Sunday 07/12
Monday 08/12
£13
Tuesday 09/12
£28
Wednesday 10/12
£28
Thursday 11/12
£26
Friday 12/12
£13
Saturday 13/12
£29
Sunday 14/12
£14
Monday 15/12
Tuesday 16/12
£29
Wednesday 17/12
£26
Thursday 18/12
£20
Friday 19/12
£20
Saturday 20/12
£34
Sunday 21/12
£34
Monday 22/12
£35
Tuesday 23/12
Wednesday 24/12
£26
Thursday 25/12
£74
Friday 26/12
Saturday 27/12
£26
Sunday 28/12

The cheapest time to travel from Sunderland to Derby

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Sunderland to Derby, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £12, Thursday is the cheapest day for a coach from Sunderland to Derby. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £28.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Sunderland to Derby, with £12. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £28.

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

Beloved bus companies from Sunderland to Derby

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

National Express from Sunderland to Derby

National Express

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

Cheapest Price £26
Fastest Coach 4h 20m
Earliest Coach 10:00
Last Coach 18:05
Daily Connections 2 Ø
Found on 04/12/2025

FlixBus from Sunderland to Derby

FlixBus

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

Cheapest Price £12
Fastest Coach 5h 15m
Earliest Coach 14:20
Last Coach 14:20
Daily Connections 1 Ø
Found on 29/11/2025

All bus stations and stops in Sunderland and Derby

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Sunderland 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 Sunderland to Derby? Compare all modes of transports from Sunderland to Derby.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Sunderland to Derby

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

FAQs about the Sunderland to Derby bus

How much does a Sunderland - Derby coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Sunderland - Derby bus trip is available from £12 and takes 5h 15m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Sunderland to Derby is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £12 to £44. 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 Sunderland - Derby route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Sunderland 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 Sunderland take?

The quickest coach from Sunderland to Derby is provided by National Express and takes 4h 20m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £35. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Sunderland to Derby?

The earliest bus to Derby departs from Sunderland at 10:00. 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 Sunderland to Derby?

The latest bus to Derby departs from Sunderland at 18:05. 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 Sunderland - Derby route?

Passengers looking to travel from Sunderland 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 Sunderland and Derby?

You can check all the direct connections between Sunderland 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 Sunderland?

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 Sunderland 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 Sunderland 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 Sunderland to Derby on your planned travel date.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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