The average bus between Watford Junction and Derby takes 4h 33m and the fastest bus takes 3h 57m. The bus service runs several times per day from Watford Junction 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 every 3 hours between Watford Junction and Derby. The earliest departure is at 6:27 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Watford Junction is at 10:32 PM which arrives into Derby at 2:55 AM. All services require a transfer at Black Boy PH and take an average of 4h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Watford Junction 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 Watford Junction to Derby. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction station and arriving at Derby station via Derby Bus Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.
Watford Junction to Derby bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) station.
Watford Junction to Derby bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Derby Bus Station.
The distance between Watford Junction and Derby is 158.1 km. The road distance is 256 km.
FlixBus operates a bus from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) to Derby Bus Station every 3 hours. Tickets cost £15–26 and the journey takes 3h 20m.