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Derby to Chester-le-Street Bus Schedule
Bus from Derby to Chester-le-Street: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Derby to Chester-le-Street. Traveling by bus from Derby to Chester-le-Street usually takes around 7 hours and 35 minutes, but the fastest National Express bus can make the trip in 6 hours and 45 minutes.
| Distance | 134 mi (216 km) |
| Shortest duration | 6h 45m |
| Cheapest price | $42.38 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Derby to Chester-le-Street?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Derby to Chester-le-Street. National Express is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | 2 | 7h 35m | $42.90 |
National Express is probably the UK's best-known bus company, offering intercity services to London, Manchester, Southampton, and Edinburgh. Onboard the single and double-decker vehicles, travelers enjoy a good amount of legroom – roomier than airlines have in coach class – alongside WiFi, restrooms, and air conditioning.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Derby to Chester-le-Street
The bus takes an average of 7 hours and 35 minutes to cover the 134 miles from Derby to Chester-le-Street. However, the fastest bus only takes 6 hours and 45 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
The first bus leaves at 2:00pm and the last bus leaves at 4:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Derby to Chester-le-Street, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 buses per day from Derby to Chester-le-Street. However, neither bus offers direct service, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to transfer buses during the trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Derby to Chester-le-Street; ticket prices start at $64.84.
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Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Derby?
Main departure station: Derby Bus Station
Most buses depart from the main station in Derby.
All bus stations in Derby:
Derby Bus Station
Where does the bus arrive in Chester-le-Street?
Main arrival station: 9 S Burns
All buses from Derby arrive at one main station in Chester-le-Street.
All bus stations in Chester-le-Street:
9 S Burns
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