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

today
$17
tomorrow
$15
Wednesday
Thursday
$18
Friday
$15
Saturday
$20
Sunday
$20

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 45m 12:50 PM Cardiff University 8:35 PM Derby Riverlights Bus Station  Economy $17
National Express 6h 50m 1:45 PM Cardiff Coach Station 8:35 PM Derby Riverlights Bus Station  Economy $20
National Express 8h 40m 3:45 PM Cardiff Coach Station 12:25 AM Derby Riverlights Bus Station  Economy $20
FlixBus 10h 5m 10:40 AM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 8:45 PM Derby Riverlights Bus Station  Economy $25
FlixBus 9h 50m 2:50 PM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 12:40 AM Derby Riverlights Bus Station  Economy $25

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 55m 1:40 PM Cardiff Coach Station 8:35 PM Derby Riverlights Bus Station  Economy $15
National Express 9h 15m 3:15 AM Cardiff Coach Station 12:30 PM Derby Riverlights Bus Station  Economy $20
National Express 6h 20m 8:20 AM Cardiff Coach Station 2:40 PM Derby Riverlights Bus Station  Economy $20
National Express 9h 10m 3:20 AM Cardiff University 12:30 PM Derby Riverlights Bus Station  Economy $20
National Express 9h 15m 5:15 AM Cardiff Coach Station 2:30 PM Derby Riverlights Bus Station  Economy $23

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 55m 1:40 PM Cardiff Coach Station 8:35 PM Derby Riverlights Bus Station  Economy $18
National Express 9h 15m 3:15 AM Cardiff Coach Station 12:30 PM Derby Riverlights Bus Station  Economy $23
National Express 8h 40m 3:45 PM Cardiff Coach Station 12:25 AM Derby Riverlights Bus Station  Economy $23
National Express 9h 10m 3:20 AM Cardiff University 12:30 PM Derby Riverlights Bus Station  Economy $23
National Express 8h 32m 3:53 PM Cardiff University 12:25 AM Derby Riverlights Bus Station  Economy $23

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 0m 1:35 PM Cardiff Coach Station 8:35 PM Derby Riverlights Bus Station  Economy $15
National Express 9h 15m 3:15 AM Cardiff Coach Station 12:30 PM Derby Riverlights Bus Station  Economy $20
National Express 4h 55m 9:50 AM Cardiff Coach Station 2:45 PM Derby Riverlights Bus Station  Economy $20
FlixBus 10h 5m 10:40 AM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 8:45 PM Derby Riverlights Bus Station  Economy $25
FlixBus 9h 50m 2:50 PM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 12:40 AM Derby Riverlights Bus Station  Economy $25

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 0m 7:45 PM Cardiff Coach Station 3:45 AM Derby Riverlights Bus Station  Economy $20
National Express 7h 52m 7:53 PM Cardiff University 3:45 AM Derby Riverlights Bus Station  Economy $20
National Express 6h 50m 1:45 PM Cardiff Coach Station 8:35 PM Derby Riverlights Bus Station  Economy $21
FlixBus 10h 15m 5:15 PM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 3:30 AM Derby Riverlights Bus Station  Economy $28
FlixBus 9h 55m 4:45 PM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 2:40 AM Derby Riverlights Bus Station  Economy $30
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cardiff to Derby via Birmingham, you can save more than $5? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      6h 50m
      0
      1:45 PM
      Cardiff
      Coach Station
      4:30 PM
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $11
      • Waiting Time 3h 0m
    • National Express
      1h 5m
      0
      7:30 PM
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      8:35 PM
      Derby
      Riverlights Bus Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $5
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save $5

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 9h 15m 3:15 AM Cardiff Coach Station 12:30 PM Derby Riverlights Bus Station  Economy $20
National Express 9h 10m 3:20 AM Cardiff University 12:30 PM Derby Riverlights Bus Station  Economy $20
National Express 6h 50m 1:45 PM Cardiff Coach Station 8:35 PM Derby Riverlights Bus Station  Economy $25
FlixBus 9h 50m 2:50 PM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 12:40 AM Derby Riverlights Bus Station  Economy $36
FlixBus 10h 15m 5:15 PM Cardiff Kingsway Bus Stop 3:30 AM Derby Riverlights Bus Station  Economy $40
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cardiff to Derby via Birmingham, you can save more than $5? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      6h 50m
      0
      1:45 PM
      Cardiff
      Coach Station
      4:30 PM
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $11
      • Waiting Time 3h 0m
    • National Express
      1h 5m
      0
      7:30 PM
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      8:35 PM
      Derby
      Riverlights Bus Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $5
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save $5

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Cardiff to Derby is $15 on 1/27/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Cardiff and Derby

See here how frequent the connections between Cardiff and Derby are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 28 daily buses from Cardiff to Derby. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 18 daily coaches between Cardiff and Derby.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 60 buses from Cardiff to Derby, while Night sees the fewest connections between Cardiff and Derby, with 16 offers.

Facts about the bus from Cardiff to Derby

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 23 times every day by bus from Cardiff to Derby in one click! Book your bus ticket from Cardiff to Derby starting from $15!

Cheapest Bus $15
Fastest Bus 4h 40m
Earliest Bus 9:15 AM
Latest Bus 7:53 PM
Daily Bus Routes 23 Ø
Distance 123.0 miles
Bus Companies National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Cardiff to Derby

Every day, 23 buses from 2 bus companies leave Cardiff for Derby: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 01/26/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 01/25
Monday 01/26
$17
Tuesday 01/27
$20
Wednesday 01/28
Thursday 01/29
$18
Friday 01/30
$15
Saturday 01/31
$20
Sunday 02/01
$20
Monday 02/02
Tuesday 02/03
$18
Wednesday 02/04
Thursday 02/05
Friday 02/06
Saturday 02/07
Sunday 02/08
$20
Monday 02/09
Tuesday 02/10
Wednesday 02/11
Thursday 02/12
Friday 02/13
Saturday 02/14
Sunday 02/15
$20
Monday 02/16
Tuesday 02/17
Wednesday 02/18
Thursday 02/19
Friday 02/20
Saturday 02/21

The cheapest time to travel from Cardiff to Derby

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Cardiff to Derby, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $15, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Cardiff to Derby. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $20.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Cardiff to Derby, with $15. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $20.

How to save money travelling from Cardiff 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 Cardiff 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 Cardiff 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 buses from Cardiff to Derby are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Cardiff and Derby

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Cardiff and Derby.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Cardiff to Derby

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

FAQs about the Cardiff to Derby bus

How much does a Cardiff Derby bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $15 and takes 6h 55m to reach Derby. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $15 and $102. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Derby.

On average, how many connections are available from Cardiff to Derby each day?

Every day, the Cardiff to Derby bus route is served by approximately 23 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Cardiff to Derby take?

The fastest bus from Cardiff to Derby is offered by National Express and takes 4h 40m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $23. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Cardiff to Derby?

The earliest bus arriving in Derby from Cardiff starts at 9:15 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Cardiff to Derby?

The latest bus trip departing from Cardiff for Derby starts at 7:53 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Cardiff Derby route?

When traveling by bus from Cardiff to Derby, passengers can travel with National Express and FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Derby?

You can check all the direct connections between Cardiff 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 Cardiff to Derby bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Cardiff Derby bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Cardiff 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 traveling 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 Cardiff to Derby on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Cardiff 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 23 daily trips between Cardiff 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 Cardiff to Derby?

Prices and availability for 23 trips between Cardiff 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 Cardiff to Derby

Economy
Economy

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

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