Bus Northampton to Derby: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Northampton to Derby

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

today

tomorrow

$29

Sunday

Monday

$27

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

$27

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	3h 0m	5:45 PM	Northampton	Town Centre	8:45 PM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	Economy	$9	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Town Centre, Northampton (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 5:45:00 PM to Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 8:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $9 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m
FlixBus	2h 40m	8:10 PM	Northampton	Town Centre	10:50 PM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	Economy	$9	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Town Centre, Northampton (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 8:10:00 PM to Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 10:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $9 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 40m
FlixBus	2h 40m	10:00 PM	Northampton	Town Centre	12:40 AM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	Economy	$9	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Town Centre, Northampton (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 10:00:00 PM to Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 12:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $9 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 40m
National Express	4h 25m	4:10 PM	Northampton	Town Centre	8:35 PM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	Economy	$25	A Bus from National Express goes from Town Centre, Northampton (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 4:10:00 PM to Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 8:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $25 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 25m
National Express	5h 10m	9:35 AM	Northampton	Town Centre	2:45 PM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	Economy	$29	A Bus from National Express goes from Town Centre, Northampton (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 9:35:00 AM to Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 2:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 10m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	4h 30m	4:05 PM	Northampton	Town Centre	8:35 PM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station		Economy	$29	A Bus from National Express goes from Town Centre, Northampton (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 4:05:00 PM to Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 8:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m
	National Express	5h 5m	9:35 AM	Northampton	Town Centre	2:40 PM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station		Economy	$30	A Bus from National Express goes from Town Centre, Northampton (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 9:35:00 AM to Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 2:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $30 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 5m

Did you know that if you travel from Northampton to Derby via Leicester, you can save more than $6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  2h 5m
  
  0
  
  10:00 PM
  
  Northampton
  Town Centre
  
  10:50 PM
  
  Leicester
  Fosse Park
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $17
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Town Centre, Northampton (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 10:00:00 PM to Fosse Park, Leicester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 10:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 50m
- FlixBus
  
  1h 5m
  
  0
  
  11:00 PM
  
  Leicester
  St. Margaret's Bus Station
  
  12:05 AM
  
  Derby
  Riverlights Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $6
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 11:00:00 PM to Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/7/2025 12:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 5m
Travel Time is 2h 25m shorter, and you will save $6

Cheapest bus trips Monday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	4h 30m	4:05 PM	Northampton	Town Centre	8:35 PM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station		Economy	$27	A Bus from National Express goes from Town Centre, Northampton (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 4:05:00 PM to Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 8:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m
	National Express	5h 5m	9:35 AM	Northampton	Town Centre	2:40 PM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station		Economy	$28	A Bus from National Express goes from Town Centre, Northampton (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 9:35:00 AM to Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 2:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $28 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 5m

Did you know that if you travel from Northampton to Derby via Leicester, you can save more than $6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  3h 10m
  
  0
  
  9:20 AM
  
  Northampton
  Grange Park
  
  10:20 AM
  
  Leicester
  St. Margaret's Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $15
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Grange Park, Northampton (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 9:20:00 AM to St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 10:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $15 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 0m
- National Express
  
  1h 5m
  
  0
  
  11:25 AM
  
  Leicester
  St. Margaret's Bus Station
  
  12:30 PM
  
  Derby
  Riverlights Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $6
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 11:25:00 AM to Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 12:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 5m
Travel Time is 1h 20m shorter, and you will save $6

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	3h 0m	5:45 PM	Northampton	Town Centre	8:45 PM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	Economy	$8	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Town Centre, Northampton (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 5:45:00 PM to Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 8:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $8 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m
FlixBus	2h 40m	8:10 PM	Northampton	Town Centre	10:50 PM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	Economy	$8	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Town Centre, Northampton (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 8:10:00 PM to Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 10:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $8 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 40m
FlixBus	2h 40m	10:00 PM	Northampton	Town Centre	12:40 AM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	Economy	$9	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Town Centre, Northampton (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 10:00:00 PM to Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/11/2025 12:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $9 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 40m
National Express	4h 30m	4:05 PM	Northampton	Town Centre	8:35 PM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	Economy	$27	A Bus from National Express goes from Town Centre, Northampton (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 4:05:00 PM to Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 8:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m
National Express	5h 5m	9:35 AM	Northampton	Town Centre	2:40 PM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	Economy	$29	A Bus from National Express goes from Town Centre, Northampton (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 9:35:00 AM to Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 2:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 5m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	4h 30m	4:05 PM	Northampton	Town Centre	8:35 PM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station		Economy	$27	A Bus from National Express goes from Town Centre, Northampton (United Kingdom) at 12/11/2025 4:05:00 PM to Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/11/2025 8:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m
	National Express	5h 5m	9:35 AM	Northampton	Town Centre	2:40 PM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station		Economy	$29	A Bus from National Express goes from Town Centre, Northampton (United Kingdom) at 12/11/2025 9:35:00 AM to Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/11/2025 2:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 5m

Did you know that if you travel from Northampton to Derby via Leicester, you can save more than $7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  2h 5m
  
  0
  
  10:00 PM
  
  Northampton
  Town Centre
  
  10:50 PM
  
  Leicester
  Fosse Park
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $15
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Town Centre, Northampton (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 10:00:00 PM to Fosse Park, Leicester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 10:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $15 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 50m
- FlixBus
  
  1h 5m
  
  0
  
  11:00 PM
  
  Leicester
  St. Margaret's Bus Station
  
  12:05 AM
  
  Derby
  Riverlights Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $5
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 11:00:00 PM to Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/11/2025 12:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $5 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 5m
Travel Time is 2h 25m shorter, and you will save $7

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Northampton to Derby is $8 on 12/4/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Northampton and Derby

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

Wednesday is the busiest day, with more than 6 daily buses from Northampton to Derby. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Northampton and Derby.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 7 buses from Northampton to Derby, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Northampton and Derby, with 5 offers.

Facts about the bus from Northampton to Derby

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 3 times every day by bus from Northampton to Derby in one click! Book your bus ticket from Northampton to Derby starting from $8!

Cheapest Bus	$8
Fastest Bus	2h 40m
Earliest Bus	9:35 AM
Latest Bus	4:05 PM
Daily Bus Routes	3 Ø
Distance	52.9 miles
Bus Companies	National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Northampton to Derby

Every day, 3 buses from 2 bus companies leave Northampton for Derby: 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

$29

Sunday 12/07

Monday 12/08

$27

Tuesday 12/09

Wednesday 12/10

$27

Thursday 12/11

$27

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

Tuesday 12/23

Wednesday 12/24

Thursday 12/25

Friday 12/26

Saturday 12/27

The cheapest time to travel from Northampton to Derby

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

With a price starting from $8, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Northampton to Derby. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $29.

Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Northampton to Derby, with $8. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $28.

How to save money travelling from Northampton 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 Northampton 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 Northampton 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 Northampton to Derby are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Northampton and Derby

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

Grange Park

School Lane

Town Centre

Victoria Street 1

Far Cotton

London Road 80

Services

M1 Motorway Service Area

London Road/A508

London Road 318

Riverlights Bus Station

Morledge 735

Central Bus Station

Central Station

Railway Terrace

Pride Park

Tutbury & Hatton Train Station

Service and Comfort on the bus from Northampton to Derby

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

FAQs about the Northampton to Derby bus

How much does a Northampton Derby bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $8 and takes 3h 0m to reach Derby. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $8 and $30. 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 Northampton to Derby each day?

Every day, the Northampton to Derby 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 Northampton to Derby take?

The fastest bus from Northampton to Derby is offered by FlixBus and takes 2h 40m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $9. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Northampton to Derby?

The earliest bus arriving in Derby from Northampton starts at 9:35 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 Northampton to Derby?

The latest bus trip departing from Northampton for Derby starts at 4:05 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 Northampton Derby route?

When traveling by bus from Northampton 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 Northampton and Derby?

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

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Northampton and to Derby

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