The average bus between Pontefract and Derby takes 3h 39m and the fastest bus takes 2h 59m. The bus service runs several times per day from Pontefract to Derby. 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 5 times a day between Pontefract and Derby. The earliest departure is at 5:21 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Pontefract is at 9:51 PM which arrives into Derby at 3:10 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Pontefract to Derby? 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 Pontefract to Derby. However, there are services departing from Pontefract station and arriving at Derby station via Leeds City Bus Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.
Pontefract to Derby bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Stuart Road B station.
Pontefract to Derby bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Bus Station.
The distance between Pontefract and Derby is 86.1 km. The road distance is 146 km.
You can take a bus from Stuart Road B to Bus Station via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station in around 4h 9m.