What is the best way to travel from Derby to Inverness?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses and Flights to Inverness from Derby. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 1 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Inverness from Derby?
You can reach Inverness with just £42 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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FlixBus19h 15m019:40DerbyRiverlights Coach Station14:55InvernessCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Riverlights Coach Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 05/12/2025 19:40:00 to Coach Station, Inverness (United Kingdom) arriving at 06/12/2025 14:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £54 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 15m
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FlixBus24h 25m012:55DerbyRiverlights Coach Station13:20InvernessCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Riverlights Coach Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 05/12/2025 12:55:00 to Coach Station, Inverness (United Kingdom) arriving at 06/12/2025 13:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £94 per person are available. Travel duration is 24h 25m
Cheapest Buses Friday
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FlixBus19h 15m019:40DerbyRiverlights Coach Station14:55InvernessCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Riverlights Coach Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 06/12/2025 19:40:00 to Coach Station, Inverness (United Kingdom) arriving at 07/12/2025 14:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £42 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 15m
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FlixBus24h 25m012:55DerbyRiverlights Coach Station13:20InvernessCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Riverlights Coach Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 06/12/2025 12:55:00 to Coach Station, Inverness (United Kingdom) arriving at 07/12/2025 13:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £52 per person are available. Travel duration is 24h 25m
Cheapest Buses Saturday
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Aer Lingus6h 5m008:35East Midlands AirportEast Midlands Airport14:40Inverness AirportInverness Airport0EconomyA Flight from Aer Lingus goes from East Midlands Airport, East Midlands Airport (United Kingdom) at 10/12/2025 08:35:00 to Inverness Airport, Inverness Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 10/12/2025 14:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £289 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m
Cheapest Flights Wednesday
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FlixBus21h 10m019:40DerbyRiverlights Coach Station16:50InvernessCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Riverlights Coach Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 11/12/2025 19:40:00 to Coach Station, Inverness (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/12/2025 16:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £49 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 10m
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FlixBus24h 25m012:55DerbyRiverlights Coach Station13:20InvernessCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Riverlights Coach Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 11/12/2025 12:55:00 to Coach Station, Inverness (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/12/2025 13:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £52 per person are available. Travel duration is 24h 25m
Cheapest Buses Thursday
What are the fastest trips from Derby to Inverness?
You can get to Inverness from Derby in just 6h 5m with a Flight from Aer Lingus. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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FlixBus19h 15m019:40DerbyRiverlights Coach Station14:55InvernessCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Riverlights Coach Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 05/12/2025 19:40:00 to Coach Station, Inverness (United Kingdom) arriving at 06/12/2025 14:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £54 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 15m
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FlixBus24h 25m012:55DerbyRiverlights Coach Station13:20InvernessCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Riverlights Coach Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 05/12/2025 12:55:00 to Coach Station, Inverness (United Kingdom) arriving at 06/12/2025 13:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £94 per person are available. Travel duration is 24h 25m
Fastest Buses Friday
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FlixBus19h 15m019:40DerbyRiverlights Coach Station14:55InvernessCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Riverlights Coach Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 06/12/2025 19:40:00 to Coach Station, Inverness (United Kingdom) arriving at 07/12/2025 14:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £42 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 15m
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FlixBus24h 25m012:55DerbyRiverlights Coach Station13:20InvernessCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Riverlights Coach Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 06/12/2025 12:55:00 to Coach Station, Inverness (United Kingdom) arriving at 07/12/2025 13:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £52 per person are available. Travel duration is 24h 25m
Fastest Buses Saturday
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Aer Lingus6h 5m008:35East Midlands AirportEast Midlands Airport14:40Inverness AirportInverness Airport0EconomyA Flight from Aer Lingus goes from East Midlands Airport, East Midlands Airport (United Kingdom) at 10/12/2025 08:35:00 to Inverness Airport, Inverness Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 10/12/2025 14:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £289 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m
Fastest Flights Wednesday
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FlixBus21h 10m019:40DerbyRiverlights Coach Station16:50InvernessCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Riverlights Coach Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 11/12/2025 19:40:00 to Coach Station, Inverness (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/12/2025 16:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £49 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 10m
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FlixBus24h 25m012:55DerbyRiverlights Coach Station13:20InvernessCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Riverlights Coach Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 11/12/2025 12:55:00 to Coach Station, Inverness (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/12/2025 13:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £52 per person are available. Travel duration is 24h 25m
Fastest Buses Thursday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Derby to Inverness
What are the most popular stations in Derby and Inverness?
In Derby, you will usually depart from Central Station, Tutbury & Hatton Train Station or Peartree Station, while in Inverness you will be arriving at Central Station, Coach Station or Raigmore Hospital, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Inverness from Derby? With 1 connections between 1 Bus and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Derby and Inverness, you can pay as low as £42 with a Bus from FlixBus.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from Aer Lingus: you will get to Inverness in just 6h 5m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Derby and Inverness are FlixBus and Aer Lingus, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Derby and Inverness is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Little Eaton or to Daviot, and look at flights from East Midlands Airport, and landing at Dornoch Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Derby to Inverness?
The most popular companies between Derby and Inverness, are FlixBus and Aer Lingus. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: FlixBus
Airlines: Aer Lingus
All you need to know when you travel from Derby to Inverness
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Derby to Inverness. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Derby to Inverness
How can I reach Inverness from Derby?
Every day, there are on average 1 connections between Bus and Flight, with which you can get to Inverness from Derby.
How far is Inverness from Derby?
The distance between Derby and Inverness is 535.6 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Derby and Inverness?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 14 kgs of CO2, a train 19 kgs, a car 91 kgs, and a flight 132 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Derby to Inverness?
You can get to Inverness with just £42 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.
What is the fastest way to get from Derby to Inverness?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Inverness in just 6h 5m with a Flight from Aer Lingus.
More routes to Derby and to Inverness
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Derby and to Inverness. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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