Manchester to Derby Bus

  • Lowest price from $17.35
  • Average duration 3h 12m
  • Connections per day 11
  • Distance 80 km
  • CO₂ per person 7 kg

bus from Manchester to Derby

The journey from Manchester to Derby is about 80 km. On average a bus trip takes 3h 12m with 11 connections per day.

Lowest price $17.35
Trip duration 3h 12m
Connections per day 11
Lowest price $17.35
Highest price $47.82
First departure 07:10 AM
Last departure 09:00 PM
Distance 80 km
Departure Manchester
Arrival Derby
Travel operator National Express, Cross Country
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National Express5.6 kg CO₂
14:30Manchester, Coach Station
3h 35m
19:10Riverlights bus station
$35.50
1 changes
National Express5.6 kg CO₂
04:25Manchester, Coach Station
2h 45m
08:40Riverlights bus station
$36.56
1 changes
National Express5.6 kg CO₂
09:55Manchester, Coach Station
2h 55m
13:40Riverlights bus station
$44.38
1 changes

Next departures from Manchester to Derby

Sample times and fares for the coming days — book to confirm availability and price.

TransPennine Express $47.82
07:10 Manchester Picadilly
1h 55m · 1 changes
09:26 Derby Midland Railway Station
National Express $18.55
07:20 Manchester Airport, MAN
3h 30m · 1 changes
11:40 Riverlights bus station
National Express $17.35
07:55 Manchester, Coach Station
2h 55m · 1 changes
11:40 Riverlights bus station
National Express $19.47
08:40 Manchester, Coach Station
3h 35m · 1 changes
13:10 Riverlights bus station
National Express $20.80
09:10 Manchester Airport, MAN
3h 5m · 1 changes
13:10 Riverlights bus station
National Express $23.18
12:05 Manchester Airport, MAN
3h 35m · 1 changes
16:50 Riverlights bus station
National Express $17.88
12:40 Manchester, Coach Station
3h · 1 changes
16:50 Riverlights bus station
National Express $23.45
15:00 Manchester Airport, MAN
3h 10m · 1 changes
19:15 Riverlights bus station
National Express $30.20
20:25 Manchester Airport, MAN
3h 41m · 1 changes
01:55 Riverlights bus station
National Express $29.01
21:00 Manchester, Coach Station
3h 6m · 1 changes
01:55 Riverlights bus station
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Carriers on this route

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National Express is a British multinational public transport company that operates bus, and rail services in the UK, Europe, North Africa, and North America. The company was founded in 1972 and has its headquarters in Birmingham, UK. National Express operates a fleet of over 1,600 buses, serving over 900 destinations across the UK. The company also operates rail services in the UK, including the East Anglia franchise. 

Facility description

Learn more about the services available on board each carrier on this route.

Facilities Description
Luggage

National Express allows two 20kg suitcases and one piece of hand luggage. Hard cases and wheeled bags must be stored in the hold. Extra and oversized luggage can be added for a fee. Pushchairs and buggies are stored for free.

Food and drink

Passengers can bring drinks (with safety lids) and cold food on National Express buses. No hot or strong-smelling food is allowed. Long journeys have refreshment stops.

Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi is available for browsing and social media on National Express buses. Additionally, the VUER entertainment service offers free access to TV shows, news, sports, and games on core routes.

Power sockets

USB ports are available at each seat on National Express for charging devices.

Accessibility

Assistance is provided for passengers with disabilities or reduced mobility, with continual improvements based on feedback on National Express buses.

CO₂ emissions by mode

train 5.6kg
bus 6kg
flight 16kg
carpool 12.8kg

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