🚌 Bus from Northampton to Derby
2 direct routes · about 160 min · first bus 18:10, last bus 00:05 (weekdays).
💷 Single fares on this journey are capped at £3 on participating routes
(England cap, until 31 Dec 2026 — then £2). Details →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UK900 | FlixBus | ~160 min | 5 | 18:10 | 00:05 | Coach Park (adj) |
| 440 | National Express | ~110 min | 1 | 01:55 | 01:55 | Northampton Bus Interchange (Bay 14) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Northampton on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Northampton to Derby?
2 routes run directly from Northampton to Derby: the UK900 (FlixBus), the 440 (National Express).
How long does the bus take from Northampton to Derby?
Around 160 minutes on the UK900, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Northampton to Derby?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the UK900) leaves around 18:10 and the last around 00:05. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Northampton to Derby?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.