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Leeds to Derby Coach Timetable
Coach from Leeds to Derby: Journey Information
There are 3 intercity coaches per day from Leeds to Derby. Traveling by coach from Leeds to Derby usually takes around one hour and 52 minutes, but the fastest National Express coach can make the trip in just one hour and 40 minutes.
| Distance | 61 mi (98 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 40m |
| Cheapest price | £8.62 |
| Trips per day | 3 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Coach lines | 1 |

What coach companies travel from Leeds to Derby?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Leeds to Derby. National Express connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | 3 | 1h 52m | £16.84 |
Book National Express from Leeds to Derby from £9. There are 3 National Express schedules from Leeds to Derby and you can expect on average to pay for a National Express ticket to Derby. In Leeds, National Express departs to Derby from Leeds Coach Station and no other station. In Derby, National Express arrives at The Cock Pitt - Bus Station and no other station.
An average trip on National Express from Leeds to Derby takes 1 hours and 52 minutes , while the fastest available National Express trip will get you to Derby in 1 hours and 40 minutes .
On weekends, National Express offers 3 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Derby.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Leeds to Derby
The coach takes an average of one hour and 52 minutes to cover the 61 miles from Leeds to Derby. However, the fastest coach only takes an hour and 40 minutes. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short coach trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
The first coach leaves at 06:00 and the last coach leaves at 23:00. To see the times for all coaches from Leeds to Derby, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 3 scheduled coaches that travel from Leeds to Derby every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct coaches which you can take the entire route from Leeds to Derby without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Leeds to Derby; ticket prices start at £17.61.
City Information
Leeds

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Leeds is where you should go if you're looking for action, entertainment, history, and culture in the Yorkshire area. Its vibrant community attracts visitors from all places, especially when sports, theatre, and dance events occur in the city.
Prepare to be mesmerized by the city's remarkable Victorian arcades as well as historic houses and estates. Start your tour at Shibden Hall in West Yorkshire, a landmark built in 1420. You should also drop by the Royal Armories Museum to see a spectacular display of arms and armours used in different parts of the world.
Leeds has long served as a destination for world-class performances and events. Leeds' entertainment calendar is one that never runs dry. Check out the Leeds Playhouse for some theatrical performances and The HiFi Club if you want to enjoy live music 'til the break of dawn.
Travelling to Leeds is scenic and straightforward on Northern Rail. The central train station in the city is located at New Station Street. Additional transportation is offered by the coaches serving the area: National Express, Megabus, and FlixBus. Thanks to affordable coach tickets, see how you can travel to Leeds and 4 other iconic United Kingdom cities for under £60.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Leeds?

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Link to image attributionMain departure station: Leeds Coach Station
Leeds Coach Station is an expansive coach station between Quarry Hill and Leeds Kirkgate Markets near the city centre. The bright indoor waiting area includes plenty of space to prepare for boarding coaches. Passengers can also access several shops and cafes, toilets, and travel information inside the station. Several significant intercity coach companies operate service through the Leeds Coach Station, including Megabus, National Express, Arriva Bus, and more. This volume of carriers makes it easy and affordable to travel to cities like London, Manchester, York, and Liverpool from Leeds.
All coach stations in Leeds:
Leeds Coach Station
Where does the coach arrive in Derby?
Main arrival station: The Cock Pitt - Bus Station
All coaches from Leeds arrive at one main station in Derby.
Coach stations in Derby:
The Cock Pitt - Bus Station
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