Bus Tickets from Sheffield to Derby

Next departures

Next departures for Sheffield to Derby on October 5
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
National Express
Sheffield, Meadowhall (M1 J34)
Derby Riverlights Bus StationCheapest
National Express
Sheffield Coach Station Interchange
Derby Riverlights Bus StationFastest
National Express
Sheffield Coach Station Interchange
Derby Riverlights Bus StationNo tags
Flixbus
Meadowhall Interchange
DerbyNo tags
National Express
Sheffield, Meadowhall (M1 J34)
Derby Riverlights Bus StationNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Sheffield to Derby

Bus
Average PriceUS$8 - US$19Average Duration1h 20m
1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$6 - US$66Average Duration30m
1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Fastest
Carpool
Average PriceUS$6 - US$10Average Duration50m
2kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Sheffield to Derby

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Derby. The journey takes about 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$6, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
50mAverage Duration
US$6Cheapest ticket
2kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Sheffield to Derby: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$10
Average Bus Trip Duration1h 20m
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure12:35am
Distance55 km
Latest bus departure6:35pm

Sheffield to Derby Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Sheffield - Derby

  1. How far is Sheffield from Derby?

    It's about 52 km (32 miles) from Sheffield to Derby.

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Sheffield to Derby?

    Buses departing from Meadowhall Interchange in Sheffield will take you to Derby Riverlights Bus Station in Derby.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
10-02
US$5
10-03
US$6
Today
US$7
10-05
US$6
10-06
US$5
10-07
US$5
10-08
US$5
10-09
US$5
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Sheffield to Derby was searched and found on Oct 2, 2025 with a price of US$5

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Sheffield to Derby, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$5 to US$30 for a bus ticket from Sheffield to Derby based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$5 which is on 2025-10-07.

Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Sheffield to Derby.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Sheffield to Derby, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Sheffield to Derby.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Sheffield to Derby, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Will you be returning to Sheffield by bus?

Bus from Derby to Sheffield

You can also go to Derby by train

Train from Sheffield to Derby

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