196 Derby - Leicester ↔ Leicester - Derby
Operated by National Express. First bus 05:45, last bus 20:55. 5 journeys on weekdays.
Timetable
Times are shown at the route's main timing stops — buses serve all stops in between. For times at your exact stop, open the stop's own page.
| St Margaret's Bus Station (Stand SY) | 05:45 | 07:40 |
|---|---|---|
| Broad Marsh Bus Station (Bay 10) | 06:40 | 08:40 |
| South Entrance (Stop UN07) | 06:50 | 08:50 |
| Bus Station (Bay 25) | 07:15 | 09:20 |
Route map
All stops on route 196
196 towards Leicester - Derby
- St Margaret's Bus Station (Stand SY) Leicester
- Broad Marsh Bus Station (Bay 10) Nottingham
- South Entrance (Stop UN07) Nottingham University Main Campus
- Bus Station (Bay 25) Derby
196 towards Derby - Leicester
- Bus Station (Bay 25) Derby
- South Entrance (Stop UN04) Nottingham University Main Campus
- Broad Marsh Bus Station (Bay 10) Nottingham
- St Margaret's Bus Station (Stand SY) Leicester
Towns & areas on this route
Frequently asked questions
What time is the first 196 bus?
The first 196 departure on weekdays leaves at 05:45 (check the full timetable below for your stop, as times vary along the route — weekend times can differ).
What time is the last 196 bus?
The last 196 on weekdays leaves its first stop at 20:55. Always check the timetable for your specific stop — later stops are reached after this time.
How much does the 196 bus cost?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026 (then £2 from 1 January 2027). National Express day and weekly tickets can work out cheaper if you travel more than twice a day.
Who runs the 196 bus?
The 196 is operated by National Express.
Timetable data from the operator via the DfT Bus Open Data Service. Check before you travel — services can change at short notice.