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Sheffield to Derby Bus Schedule
Bus from Sheffield to Derby: Journey Information
There are 4 intercity buses per day from Sheffield to Derby. Traveling by bus from Sheffield to Derby usually takes around one hour and 49 minutes, but the fastest National Express bus can make the trip in just one hour and 5 minutes.
| Distance | 32 mi (51 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 5m |
| Cheapest price | $8.64 |
| Trips per day | 3 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Sheffield to Derby?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Sheffield to Derby. National Express connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | 4 | 1h 50m | $15.88 |
Book National Express from Sheffield to Derby from $9. There are 4 trips per day offered by National Express from Sheffield to Derby and you can expect on average to pay for a National Express ticket to Derby. In Sheffield, National Express departs to Derby from Meadowhall Interchange and one other station. In Derby, National Express arrives at The Cock Pitt - Bus Station .
An average trip on National Express from Sheffield to Derby takes 1 hours and 50 minutes , while the fastest available National Express trip will get you to Derby in 1 hours and 5 minutes .
On weekends, National Express offers 3 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Derby.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Sheffield to Derby
The bus takes an average of one hour and 49 minutes to cover the 32 miles from Sheffield to Derby. However, the fastest bus only takes an hour and 5 minutes. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short bus 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.
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Sheffield to Derby for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Derby, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
The first bus leaves at 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 7:00am. To see the times for all buses from Sheffield to Derby, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 4 scheduled buses that travel from Sheffield to Derby every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 3 direct buses, where you can stay on the same bus without having to transfer to a connecting bus at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Sheffield to Derby; ticket prices start at $8.11.
City Information
Sheffield
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Sheffield is also known as the Steel City, mainly for its many innovations during the 19th-century Industrial Revolution. Flash forward to today, and Sheffield is where you'll find modern cityscapes set against beautiful green backdrops; a standout is Peak District National Park.
Paying homage to the city's history, many streets feature steel art structures, and the local museums explore the city's contributions to Britain's steel industry. Sheffield's food scene boasts a plethora of restaurants, microbreweries, and pubs all around. Top picks include Steam Yard, Silversmiths, and Kommune, all located at the city center.
The most prominent landmarks in Sheffield are the Millennium Gallery, Sheffield Cathedral, Winter Garden, and the Kelham Island Museum. For family fun, check out the Weston Park Museum, Tropical Butterfly House, and Whirlow Hall Farm.
Two trains can take you to Sheffield: Northern Rail and CrossCountry. If you prefer to take the bus, service is available with Megabus and FlixBus.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Sheffield?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: Meadowhall Interchange
Meadowhall Interchange is located in northeast Sheffield and consists of a train station, tram stop, and bus/coach station. Pedestrian footbridges connect the bus station building, train platforms, park and ride lot, and tram stop to the Meadowhall shopping center across the River Don. The bus station building offers amenities, including fast food and restrooms; FlixBus, National Express, and Megabus coaches board in the bus lanes outside of this building. The train platforms serve Northern and TransPennine rail routes, and the tram connects Meadowhall with the center of Sheffield.
All bus stations in Sheffield:
Meadowhall Interchange
Coach Station
Where does the bus arrive in Derby?
Main arrival station: The Cock Pitt - Bus Station
All buses from Sheffield arrive at one main station in Derby.
All bus stations in Derby:
The Cock Pitt - Bus Station
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