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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Stansted Mountfitchet to Derby
Cheapest price
$38
Average price
$46
Fastest journey
5 h 20 m
Average duration
6 h 6 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
161 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Stansted Mountfitchet to Derby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stansted Mountfitchet to Derby will cost around $46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $38.
Of the 6 buses that leave Stansted Mountfitchet for Derby on Fri, Jun 19, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct buses cover the 161 km distance in an average of 6 h 6 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 20 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest buses will take 7 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
10:40 AM7h35Stansted Mountfitchet6:15 PMDerby$381One-way0 transfers- 11:40 AM7h35Stansted Mountfitchet7:15 PMDerby$401One-way0 transfers
- 6:55 AM5h35Stansted Mountfitchet12:30 PMDerby$431One-way0 transfers
- 10:25 PM5h20Stansted Mountfitchet3:45 AMDerby$491One-way0 transfers
- 9:25 PM5h20Stansted Mountfitchet2:45 AMDerby$501One-way0 transfers
- 10:25 PM5h20Stansted Mountfitchet3:45 AMDerby$491One-way0 transfers
- 9:25 PM5h20Stansted Mountfitchet2:45 AMDerby$501One-way0 transfers
- 6:55 AM5h35Stansted Mountfitchet12:30 PMDerby$431One-way0 transfers
- 10:45 AM6h40Stansted Mountfitchet5:25 PMDerby$551One-way0 transfers
- 11:40 AM7h35Stansted Mountfitchet7:15 PMDerby$401One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Stansted Mountfitchet to Derby
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Stansted Mountfitchet to Derby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $38. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $38, and a train costs an average of $34.
Distance: 100 miles (161 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$48 Average price Cheapest | $77 Average price | $43 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 20m Average total duration 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Stansted Mountfitchet to Derby:
A bus is $30 (€24) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stansted Mountfitchet to Derby costing on average $77 (€63).
Other travel options to Derby take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 50m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Stansted Mountfitchet to Derby Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:05AM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:55AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 12:35AM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:25PM | Arrival Time 02:45AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:25PM | Arrival Time 03:45AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 12h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $47 |
Live departures
Stansted Mountfitchet to Derby bus times
The table below shows live departures for Stansted Mountfitchet to Derby buses for tomorrow, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:55 AM Stansted Mountfitchet | 5h35 | 12:30 PM Derby | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:40 AM Stansted Mountfitchet | 7h35 | 6:15 PM Derby | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:45 AM Stansted Mountfitchet | 6h40 | 5:25 PM Derby | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:40 AM Stansted Mountfitchet | 7h35 | 7:15 PM Derby | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:25 PM Stansted Mountfitchet | 5h20 | 2:45 AM Derby | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:25 PM Stansted Mountfitchet | 5h20 | 3:45 AM Derby | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Stansted Mountfitchet to Derby
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Buses from Stansted Mountfitchet to Derby run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $38 (€31) but you can travel from only $34 (€28) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 100 miles (161 km) distance in 4h 55m.
Distance 100 miles (161 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 (€31) |
Buses per day 11 |
Fastest bus 4h 55m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 7 days |
Bus providers: National Express, Stephensons of Essex from Stansted Mountfitchet to DerbyYou can travel by bus between Stansted Mountfitchet to Derby with National Express, Stephensons of Essex for as low as $34 (€28). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Stansted to Derby
Located north-east of London, in Essex, Stansted Airport is a popular hub for short-haul European flights and budget airline services. Travelers arriving at Stansted and heading for the Midlands can take daily Stansted to Derby bus connections with one change en route. Journeys follow a choice of routes with travel times of around five hours for the fastest options. Departures include an overnight service from the airport and buses from early morning to late evening.
Which bus companies travel from Stansted to Derby?
National Express, the main national bus operator in the UK, provides all indirect Stansted to Derby bus services. Routes include one change en route, which can be at London Golders Green or Victoria, Birmingham Coach Station, Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station, Luton Airport or Milton Keynes Coachway.
How long is the bus from Stansted to Derby?
The fastest connection for a National Express Stansted to Derby bus is an afternoon service from the airport via Leicester, taking four hours and 50 minutes for the 137-mile trip north-west to Derby. The fastest connection via London takes five hours and 15 minutes while other services take at least five hours and 40 minutes to reach Derby. The overnight connection from the airport takes eight hours and 20 minutes.
How many buses are there from Stansted to Derby?
The National Express timetable offers 14 indirect connections from Stansted to Derby from Monday-Saturday and 17 buses on Sundays, requiring one change in transit. Services include an overnight departure from the airport at 1:00 a.m. and bus connections roughly every 90 minutes throughout the day and evening until 10:30 p.m.
What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from Stansted to Derby?
Departure Bus Station: Stansted Airport Bus Station is just outside the arrivals terminal, next to the train station, served by national buses and local routes from Bishop's Stortford and Stansted Mountfitchet. There is a cafe and vending machines at the station and restaurants, coffee shops, book stores, and free WiFi in the airport terminal.
Arrival Bus Station: Derby Riverlights Bus Station is on the eastern side of central Derby, with bays for city bus connections. Facilities at the modern terminus include a parking lot, cafe, convenience store, restrooms, and taxi stands, with bars and restaurants a short walk from the entrance.
FAQs: Bus from Stansted Mountfitchet to Derby
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stansted Mountfitchet 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.
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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- 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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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
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