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

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$15

Sunday

$16

Monday

$16

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Wednesday

Thursday

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	1h 20m	3:35 AM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	4:55 AM	Sheffield	Bus Station	Economy	$7	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 3:35:00 AM to Bus Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 4:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $7 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 20m
FlixBus	1h 5m	11:55 AM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	1:00 PM	Sheffield	Meadowhall Interchange	Economy	$7	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 11:55:00 AM to Meadowhall Interchange, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 1:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $7 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 5m
National Express	1h 15m	3:20 AM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	4:35 AM	Sheffield	Meadowhall Interchange	Economy	$16	A Bus from National Express goes from Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 3:20:00 AM to Meadowhall Interchange, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 4:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 15m
National Express	1h 5m	3:20 AM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	4:25 AM	Sheffield	Bus Station	Economy	$16	A Bus from National Express goes from Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 3:20:00 AM to Bus Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 4:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 5m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	1h 5m	2:45 PM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	3:50 PM	Sheffield	Meadowhall Interchange	Economy	$15	A Bus from National Express goes from Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 2:45:00 PM to Meadowhall Interchange, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 3:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $15 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 5m
National Express	1h 5m	3:20 AM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	4:25 AM	Sheffield	Bus Station	Economy	$16	A Bus from National Express goes from Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 3:20:00 AM to Bus Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 4:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 5m
National Express	1h 15m	3:20 AM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	4:35 AM	Sheffield	Meadowhall Interchange	Economy	$16	A Bus from National Express goes from Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 3:20:00 AM to Meadowhall Interchange, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 4:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	1h 15m	3:20 AM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	4:35 AM	Sheffield	Meadowhall Interchange		Economy	$16	A Bus from National Express goes from Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 12/7/2025 3:20:00 AM to Meadowhall Interchange, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/7/2025 4:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 15m
	National Express	1h 5m	2:45 PM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	3:50 PM	Sheffield	Meadowhall Interchange		Economy	$18	A Bus from National Express goes from Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 12/7/2025 2:45:00 PM to Meadowhall Interchange, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/7/2025 3:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 5m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	1h 5m	3:20 AM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	4:25 AM	Sheffield	Bus Station	Economy	$16	A Bus from National Express goes from Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 3:20:00 AM to Bus Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 4:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 5m
National Express	1h 15m	3:20 AM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	4:35 AM	Sheffield	Meadowhall Interchange	Economy	$16	A Bus from National Express goes from Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 3:20:00 AM to Meadowhall Interchange, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 4:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 15m
National Express	1h 5m	2:45 PM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	3:50 PM	Sheffield	Meadowhall Interchange	Economy	$18	A Bus from National Express goes from Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 2:45:00 PM to Meadowhall Interchange, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 3:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 5m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	1h 20m	3:35 AM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	4:55 AM	Sheffield	Bus Station	Economy	$5	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 12/9/2025 3:35:00 AM to Bus Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/9/2025 4:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $5 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 20m
FlixBus	1h 5m	11:55 AM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	1:00 PM	Sheffield	Meadowhall Interchange	Economy	$6	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 12/9/2025 11:55:00 AM to Meadowhall Interchange, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/9/2025 1:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 5m
National Express	1h 5m	3:20 AM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	4:25 AM	Sheffield	Bus Station	Economy	$16	A Bus from National Express goes from Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 12/9/2025 3:20:00 AM to Bus Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/9/2025 4:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 5m
National Express	1h 15m	3:20 AM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	4:35 AM	Sheffield	Meadowhall Interchange	Economy	$16	A Bus from National Express goes from Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 12/9/2025 3:20:00 AM to Meadowhall Interchange, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/9/2025 4:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 15m
National Express	1h 5m	2:45 PM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	3:50 PM	Sheffield	Meadowhall Interchange	Economy	$18	A Bus from National Express goes from Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 12/9/2025 2:45:00 PM to Meadowhall Interchange, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/9/2025 3:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 5m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	1h 20m	3:35 AM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	4:55 AM	Sheffield	Bus Station	Economy	$6	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 3:35:00 AM to Bus Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 4:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 20m
FlixBus	1h 5m	11:55 AM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	1:00 PM	Sheffield	Meadowhall Interchange	Economy	$6	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 11:55:00 AM to Meadowhall Interchange, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 1:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 5m
National Express	1h 5m	2:45 PM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	3:50 PM	Sheffield	Meadowhall Interchange	Economy	$7	A Bus from National Express goes from Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 2:45:00 PM to Meadowhall Interchange, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 3:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $7 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 5m
National Express	1h 5m	3:20 AM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	4:25 AM	Sheffield	Bus Station	Economy	$16	A Bus from National Express goes from Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 3:20:00 AM to Bus Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 4:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 5m
National Express	1h 15m	3:20 AM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	4:35 AM	Sheffield	Meadowhall Interchange	Economy	$16	A Bus from National Express goes from Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 3:20:00 AM to Meadowhall Interchange, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 4:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	1h 20m	3:35 AM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	4:55 AM	Sheffield	Bus Station	Economy	$6	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 12/11/2025 3:35:00 AM to Bus Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/11/2025 4:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 20m
FlixBus	1h 5m	11:55 AM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	1:00 PM	Sheffield	Meadowhall Interchange	Economy	$7	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 12/11/2025 11:55:00 AM to Meadowhall Interchange, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/11/2025 1:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $7 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 5m
National Express	1h 5m	3:20 AM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	4:25 AM	Sheffield	Bus Station	Economy	$16	A Bus from National Express goes from Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 12/11/2025 3:20:00 AM to Bus Station, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/11/2025 4:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 5m
National Express	1h 15m	3:20 AM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	4:35 AM	Sheffield	Meadowhall Interchange	Economy	$16	A Bus from National Express goes from Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 12/11/2025 3:20:00 AM to Meadowhall Interchange, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/11/2025 4:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 15m
National Express	1h 5m	2:45 PM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	3:50 PM	Sheffield	Meadowhall Interchange	Economy	$16	A Bus from National Express goes from Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 12/11/2025 2:45:00 PM to Meadowhall Interchange, Sheffield (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/11/2025 3:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 5m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Derby to Sheffield is $5 on 12/9/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Derby and Sheffield

See here how frequent the connections between Derby and Sheffield are, during different times and days of the week.

Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 5 daily buses from Derby to Sheffield. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Derby and Sheffield.

The busiest time of the day is the Night, with 17 buses from Derby to Sheffield, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Derby and Sheffield, with 4 offers.

Facts about the bus from Derby to Sheffield

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 3 times every day by bus from Derby to Sheffield in one click! Book your bus ticket from Derby to Sheffield starting from $5!

Cheapest Bus	$5
Fastest Bus	1h 5m
Earliest Bus	3:20 AM
Latest Bus	2:45 PM
Daily Bus Routes	3 Ø
Distance	31.7 miles
Bus Companies	National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Derby to Sheffield

Every day, 3 buses from 2 bus companies leave Derby for Sheffield: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/05/2025 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

Saturday 12/06

$15

Sunday 12/07

$16

Monday 12/08

$16

Tuesday 12/09

Wednesday 12/10

Thursday 12/11

Friday 12/12

$16

Saturday 12/13

$16

Sunday 12/14

$16

Monday 12/15

Tuesday 12/16

$16

Wednesday 12/17

$16

Thursday 12/18

Friday 12/19

$16

Saturday 12/20

$16

Sunday 12/21

Monday 12/22

$16

Tuesday 12/23

$16

Wednesday 12/24

$11

Thursday 12/25

$26

Friday 12/26

Saturday 12/27

The cheapest time to travel from Derby to Sheffield

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Derby to Sheffield, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $5, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Derby to Sheffield. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $16.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Derby to Sheffield, with $5. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $7.

How to save money travelling from Derby to Sheffield

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 Sheffield 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 Sheffield, 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 Sheffield are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Derby to Sheffield

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

FlixBus from Derby to Sheffield

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

Cheapest Price	$5
Fastest Bus	1h 5m
Earliest Bus	3:35 AM
Last Bus	11:55 AM
Daily Connections	2 Ø
Found on	12/3/2025

All bus stations and stops in Derby and Sheffield

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

Riverlights Bus Station

Morledge 735

Central Bus Station

Central Station

Railway Terrace

Pride Park

Tutbury & Hatton Train Station

Bus Station

Pond Hill

Meadowhall Interchange

Meadowhall Road 1-4

Greenhill

Chesterfield Road

SUFC Stadium

Bramall Lane

Arena/Don Valley Bowl

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Derby to Sheffield

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

FAQs about the Derby to Sheffield bus

How much does a Derby Sheffield bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $5 and takes 1h 20m to reach Sheffield. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $5 and $18. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Sheffield.

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

Every day, the Derby to Sheffield bus route is served by approximately 3 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Derby to Sheffield is offered by National Express and takes 1h 5m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $16. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Derby to Sheffield?

The earliest bus arriving in Sheffield 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 Sheffield?

The latest bus trip departing from Derby for Sheffield starts at 2:45 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 Sheffield route?

When traveling by bus from Derby to Sheffield, 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 Sheffield?

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

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Derby and to Sheffield

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Derby and to Sheffield. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!