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Compare all timetables for the bus from Derby to Edinburgh

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

today
tomorrow
$31
Saturday
$52
Sunday
Monday
$35
Tuesday
Wednesday
$36

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 12h 5m 8:40 AM Derby Riverlights Bus Station 8:45 PM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $31
FlixBus 11h 35m 6:00 AM Derby Riverlights Bus Station 5:35 PM Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy $50
FlixBus 13h 20m 8:15 AM Derby Riverlights Bus Station 9:35 PM Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy $50
National Express 11h 0m 8:40 PM Derby Riverlights Bus Station 7:40 AM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $51
National Express 14h 0m 3:20 AM Derby Riverlights Bus Station 5:20 PM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $57

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 12h 35m 7:40 PM Derby Riverlights Bus Station 8:15 AM Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy $52
National Express 11h 0m 8:40 PM Derby Riverlights Bus Station 7:40 AM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $57
FlixBus 13h 20m 8:15 AM Derby Riverlights Bus Station 9:35 PM Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy $57
FlixBus 11h 35m 6:00 AM Derby Riverlights Bus Station 5:35 PM Edinburgh St Andrew Square  Economy $66
National Express 11h 25m 8:50 AM Derby Riverlights Bus Station 8:15 PM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $68
  • Did you know that if you travel from Derby to Edinburgh via Sheffield, you can save more than $18? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      7h 0m
      0
      11:55 AM
      Derby
      Riverlights Bus Station
      1:00 PM
      Sheffield
      Meadowhall Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $7
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • Busbud
      5h 50m
      0
      1:05 PM
      Sheffield
      Meadowhall Interchange
      6:55 PM
      Edinburgh
      Central bus station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $27
    Travel Time is 4h 0m shorter, and you will save $18

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 11h 50m 8:40 AM Derby Riverlights Bus Station 8:30 PM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $35
National Express 11h 0m 8:40 PM Derby Riverlights Bus Station 7:40 AM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $37
National Express 14h 0m 3:20 AM Derby Riverlights Bus Station 5:20 PM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $57
  • Did you know that if you travel from Derby to Edinburgh via Sheffield, you can save more than $10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      15h 20m
      0
      3:35 AM
      Derby
      Riverlights Bus Station
      4:55 AM
      Sheffield
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $5
      • Waiting Time 8h 10m
    • Busbud
      5h 50m
      0
      1:05 PM
      Sheffield
      Meadowhall Interchange
      6:55 PM
      Edinburgh
      Central bus station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $20
    Travel time is 4h 20m longer, but you will save $10

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 11h 50m 8:40 AM Derby Riverlights Bus Station 8:30 PM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $36
National Express 11h 0m 8:40 PM Derby Riverlights Bus Station 7:40 AM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $39
National Express 14h 0m 3:20 AM Derby Riverlights Bus Station 5:20 PM Edinburgh Central bus station  Economy $56
  • Did you know that if you travel from Derby to Edinburgh via Sheffield, you can save more than $11? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      15h 20m
      0
      3:35 AM
      Derby
      Riverlights Bus Station
      4:55 AM
      Sheffield
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $5
      • Waiting Time 8h 10m
    • Busbud
      5h 50m
      0
      1:05 PM
      Sheffield
      Meadowhall Interchange
      6:55 PM
      Edinburgh
      Central bus station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $20
    Travel time is 4h 20m longer, but you will save $11

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Derby to Edinburgh is $31 on 12/2/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Derby and Edinburgh

See here how frequent the connections between Derby and Edinburgh are, during different times and days of the week.
Friday is the busiest day, with more than 6 daily buses from Derby to Edinburgh. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 3 daily coaches between Derby and Edinburgh.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 8 buses from Derby to Edinburgh, while Night sees the fewest connections between Derby and Edinburgh, with 4 offers.

Facts about the bus from Derby to Edinburgh

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 4 times every day by bus from Derby to Edinburgh in one click! Book your bus ticket from Derby to Edinburgh starting from $31!

Cheapest Bus $31
Fastest Bus 11h 0m
Earliest Bus 3:20 AM
Latest Bus 8:40 PM
Daily Bus Routes 4 Ø
Distance 220.5 miles
Bus Companies National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Derby to Edinburgh

Every day, 4 buses from 2 bus companies leave Derby for Edinburgh: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/04/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 11/30
Monday 12/01
Tuesday 12/02
Wednesday 12/03
Thursday 12/04
Friday 12/05
$50
Saturday 12/06
$57
Sunday 12/07
Monday 12/08
$35
Tuesday 12/09
Wednesday 12/10
$36
Thursday 12/11
$36
Friday 12/12
Saturday 12/13
Sunday 12/14
Monday 12/15
Tuesday 12/16
Wednesday 12/17
Thursday 12/18
Friday 12/19
Saturday 12/20
Sunday 12/21
Monday 12/22
$49
Tuesday 12/23
$35
Wednesday 12/24
$52
Thursday 12/25
Friday 12/26
Saturday 12/27

The cheapest time to travel from Derby to Edinburgh

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Derby to Edinburgh, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $31, Friday is the cheapest day for a bus from Derby to Edinburgh. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $52.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Derby to Edinburgh, with $31. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $37.

How to save money travelling from Derby to Edinburgh

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 Derby to Edinburgh 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 Derby to Edinburgh, 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 Derby to Edinburgh are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Derby and Edinburgh

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

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Derby to Edinburgh

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

FAQs about the Derby to Edinburgh bus

How much does a Derby Edinburgh bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $31 and takes 12h 5m to reach Edinburgh. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $31 and $75. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Edinburgh.

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

Every day, the Derby to Edinburgh bus route is served by approximately 4 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Derby to Edinburgh is offered by National Express and takes 11h 0m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $51. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Derby to Edinburgh?

The earliest bus arriving in Edinburgh from Derby starts at 3:20 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 Derby to Edinburgh?

The latest bus trip departing from Derby for Edinburgh starts at 8:40 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 Derby Edinburgh route?

When traveling by bus from Derby to Edinburgh, 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 Derby and Edinburgh?

You can check all the direct connections between Derby and Edinburgh 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 Derby to Edinburgh 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 Derby Edinburgh 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 Derby Edinburgh 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 Derby to Edinburgh on your planned travel date.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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