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One passenger / one way

  • Departure time: 12 June at
    Departure city: Southampton
    Departure location: Southampton
    Arrival time: 13 June at
    Destination city: Derby
    Destination location: Derby
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 12 June at
    Departure city: Southampton
    Departure location: Southampton University
    Arrival time: 13 June at
    Destination city: Derby
    Destination location: Derby
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 18 July at
    Departure city: Southampton
    Departure location: Southampton
    Arrival time: 19 July at
    Destination city: Derby
    Destination location: Derby
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 18 July at
    Departure city: Southampton
    Departure location: Southampton University
    Arrival time: 19 July at
    Destination city: Derby
    Destination location: Derby
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 7 September at
    Departure city: Southampton
    Departure location: Southampton
    Arrival time: 7 September at
    Destination city: Derby
    Destination location: Derby
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Southampton to Derby

Bus
Average priceUS$54 - US$64Average duration7h 40m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
Train
Average priceUS$185 - US$193Average duration3h 15m
5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
FastestMost eco-friendly
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Southampton to Derby

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Derby. The journey takes about 3 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just US$185, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day
3h 15mAverage duration
US$185Cheapest ticket
5kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Southampton to Derby: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$55
Average bus trip duration7h 40m
Number of daily buses4
Earliest bus departure10:50
Distance139 miles
Latest bus departure17:15

Southampton to Derby Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Southampton to Derby. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from Southampton to Derby.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Southampton to Derby, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Southampton - Derby

  1. How far is Derby from Southampton by coach?

    The distance between Southampton and Derby by coach is approximately 140 miles (225 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Southampton to Derby without a car?

    You can travel to Derby from Southampton by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Southampton to Derby was searched and found on 7 Sept 2025 with a price of US$50

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

You can expect to pay from US$50 to US$51 for a bus ticket from Southampton to Derby based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$50, which is on 2025-09-07.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Southampton and Derby!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Southampton to Derby.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Southampton to Derby that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

What's the cheapest way to go from Southampton to Derby?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Southampton by bus?

Bus from Derby to Southampton

You can also go to Derby by train

Train from Southampton to Derby

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