Horley to Derby bus with National Express

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Compare bus and train for Horley to Derby

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Horley to Derby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 28m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a train costs an average of €89.

Distance: 132 miles (214 km)

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Train

€25

Average price

Cheapest

€89

Average price

6h 3m

Average total duration

5h 33m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 58m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 28m

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30m

Additional time*

0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Horley to Derby

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Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
132 miles (214 km)
Average bus duration
5h 33m
Cheapest ticket price
$15 (€12)
Buses per day
28
Direct buses
13
Fastest bus
7h 20m
First bus
00:10
Last bus
23:45

Key Takeaways

Train Ticket Prices
  • Budget Options: Train tickets from Horley to Derby start from as low as $15 (€12) if booked well in advance.
  • Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $30 (€25) depending on the train type and class.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, Metrobus from Horley to DerbyYou can travel by bus between Horley to Derby with National Express, Megabus, Metrobus for as low as $15 (€12). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8h 5m
Cheapest Price
$27 (€22)
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

Megabus

About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Megabus frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.

Metrobus

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 0m
Cheapest Price
$31 (€25)
Metrobus frequency
2 a day

FAQs: Bus from Horley to Derby

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Horley to Derby by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Derby, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from Horley to Derby can start from as little as $15 (€12) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Horley to Derby is $36 (€29); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The bus time to Derby from Horley is on average 6 h 20 min   for the 133 mile (214 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go to Derby from Horley by bus can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from Horley to Derby leaves at 4: 40AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last bus from Horley to Derby leaves at 11: 30PM.
There are 16 buses a day from Horley to Derby which require at least one change with National Express, Megabus or Metrobus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.
For the route from Horley to Derby you can take a bus with National Express, Megabus or Metrobus. Be sure to check out all possible bus companies that offer services from Horley to Derby on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
The cheapest month for a bus from Horley to Derby is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Derby from Horley including taking a bus or train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Horley to Derby:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Horley to Derby for bus company National Express.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Horley to Derby depends on the bus company:
  • National Express
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Horley to Derby.
    Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Horley to Derby:
    • National Express
      • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
    Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Horley to Derby:
    • National Express
      • 10€ per additional bag.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Horley to Derby.
    You can reserve your seat on the bus from Horley to Derby with the following bus company: National Express
    Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Horley to Derby with the following bus company: National Express.
    Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Horley to Derby with the following bus company: National Express.

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    Popular bus stations from Horley to Derby

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    The major bus station for departures in Horley is Horley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Horley, Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) for your trip from Horley to Derby.
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    Distance to city center
    1 km
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    • The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible

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