The average bus between Derby and Watford takes 4h 47m and the fastest bus takes 4h 2m. The bus service runs several times per day from Derby to Watford. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run every 3 hours between Derby and Watford. The earliest departure is at 4:30 AM at night, and the last departure from Derby is at 7:50 PM which arrives into Watford at 12:15 AM. All services require a transfer at Finchley Road Station and take an average of 4h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Derby to Watford? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Derby to Watford. However, there are services departing from Derby station and arriving at Watford station via London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.
Derby to Watford bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Derby Bus Station.
Derby to Watford bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) station.
The distance between Derby and Watford is 158.9 km. The road distance is 259 km.
FlixBus operates a bus from Derby Bus Station to London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) every 3 hours. Tickets cost £13–24 and the journey takes 3h 20m.