Bus Luton Airport (LTN) to Derby: Find cheap tickets

Compare all timetables for the shuttles from Luton Airport to Derby

Here is a selection of the cheapest shuttle trips from the schedule from Luton Airport to Derby from various bus operators like National Express or FlixBus for the next days.

today

$20

tomorrow

$20

Saturday

$20

Sunday

$20

Monday

Tuesday

$20

Wednesday

$20

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	3h 50m	1:35 AM	Luton Airport	Luton Airport	5:25 AM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	Economy	$20	A Bus from National Express goes from Luton Airport, Luton Airport (United Kingdom) at 8/27/2026 1:35:00 AM to Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/27/2026 5:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 50m
National Express	3h 35m	6:55 PM	Luton Airport	Luton Airport	10:30 PM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	Economy	$20	A Bus from National Express goes from Luton Airport, Luton Airport (United Kingdom) at 8/27/2026 6:55:00 PM to Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/27/2026 10:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 35m
National Express	4h 0m	2:50 PM	Luton Airport	Luton Airport	6:50 PM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	Economy	$23	A Bus from National Express goes from Luton Airport, Luton Airport (United Kingdom) at 8/27/2026 2:50:00 PM to Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/27/2026 6:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 0m
National Express	3h 45m	4:25 PM	Luton Airport	Luton Airport	8:10 PM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	Economy	$23	A Bus from National Express goes from Luton Airport, Luton Airport (United Kingdom) at 8/27/2026 4:25:00 PM to Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/27/2026 8:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 45m
National Express	3h 35m	8:05 PM	Luton Airport	Luton Airport	11:40 PM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	Economy	$23	A Bus from National Express goes from Luton Airport, Luton Airport (United Kingdom) at 8/27/2026 8:05:00 PM to Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/27/2026 11:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 35m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	3h 50m	1:35 AM	Luton Airport	Luton Airport	5:25 AM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	Economy	$20	A Bus from National Express goes from Luton Airport, Luton Airport (United Kingdom) at 8/28/2026 1:35:00 AM to Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/28/2026 5:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 50m
National Express	3h 35m	8:05 PM	Luton Airport	Luton Airport	11:40 PM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	Economy	$20	A Bus from National Express goes from Luton Airport, Luton Airport (United Kingdom) at 8/28/2026 8:05:00 PM to Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/28/2026 11:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 35m
National Express	3h 55m	1:25 PM	Luton Airport	Luton Airport	5:20 PM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	Economy	$23	A Bus from National Express goes from Luton Airport, Luton Airport (United Kingdom) at 8/28/2026 1:25:00 PM to Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/28/2026 5:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 55m
National Express	3h 45m	4:25 PM	Luton Airport	Luton Airport	8:10 PM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	Economy	$23	A Bus from National Express goes from Luton Airport, Luton Airport (United Kingdom) at 8/28/2026 4:25:00 PM to Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/28/2026 8:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 45m
National Express	3h 35m	9:00 PM	Luton Airport	Luton Airport	12:35 AM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	Economy	$23	A Bus from National Express goes from Luton Airport, Luton Airport (United Kingdom) at 8/28/2026 9:00:00 PM to Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/29/2026 12:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 35m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	3h 50m	2:40 PM	Luton Airport	Luton Airport	6:30 PM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	Economy	$20	A Bus from National Express goes from Luton Airport, Luton Airport (United Kingdom) at 8/29/2026 2:40:00 PM to Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/29/2026 6:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 50m
National Express	3h 45m	4:00 PM	Luton Airport	Luton Airport	7:45 PM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	Economy	$20	A Bus from National Express goes from Luton Airport, Luton Airport (United Kingdom) at 8/29/2026 4:00:00 PM to Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/29/2026 7:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 45m
National Express	3h 50m	1:35 AM	Luton Airport	Luton Airport	5:25 AM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	Economy	$23	A Bus from National Express goes from Luton Airport, Luton Airport (United Kingdom) at 8/29/2026 1:35:00 AM to Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/29/2026 5:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 50m
National Express	3h 35m	8:00 PM	Luton Airport	Luton Airport	11:35 PM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	Economy	$23	A Bus from National Express goes from Luton Airport, Luton Airport (United Kingdom) at 8/29/2026 8:00:00 PM to Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/29/2026 11:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 35m
National Express	3h 35m	10:35 PM	Luton Airport	Luton Airport	2:10 AM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	Economy	$23	A Bus from National Express goes from Luton Airport, Luton Airport (United Kingdom) at 8/29/2026 10:35:00 PM to Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/30/2026 2:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 35m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	3h 35m	6:30 PM	Luton Airport	Luton Airport	10:05 PM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	Economy	$20	A Bus from National Express goes from Luton Airport, Luton Airport (United Kingdom) at 8/30/2026 6:30:00 PM to Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/30/2026 10:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 35m
National Express	3h 35m	10:35 PM	Luton Airport	Luton Airport	2:10 AM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	Economy	$20	A Bus from National Express goes from Luton Airport, Luton Airport (United Kingdom) at 8/30/2026 10:35:00 PM to Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/31/2026 2:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 35m
National Express	3h 50m	1:35 AM	Luton Airport	Luton Airport	5:25 AM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	Economy	$23	A Bus from National Express goes from Luton Airport, Luton Airport (United Kingdom) at 8/30/2026 1:35:00 AM to Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/30/2026 5:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 50m
National Express	3h 55m	1:25 PM	Luton Airport	Luton Airport	5:20 PM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	Economy	$23	A Bus from National Express goes from Luton Airport, Luton Airport (United Kingdom) at 8/30/2026 1:25:00 PM to Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/30/2026 5:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 55m
National Express	3h 50m	2:40 PM	Luton Airport	Luton Airport	6:30 PM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	Economy	$23	A Bus from National Express goes from Luton Airport, Luton Airport (United Kingdom) at 8/30/2026 2:40:00 PM to Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/30/2026 6:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 50m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	4h 0m	2:50 PM	Luton Airport	Luton Airport	6:50 PM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	Economy	$20	A Bus from National Express goes from Luton Airport, Luton Airport (United Kingdom) at 9/1/2026 2:50:00 PM to Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/1/2026 6:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 0m
National Express	3h 35m	8:05 PM	Luton Airport	Luton Airport	11:40 PM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	Economy	$20	A Bus from National Express goes from Luton Airport, Luton Airport (United Kingdom) at 9/1/2026 8:05:00 PM to Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/1/2026 11:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 35m
National Express	3h 25m	11:55 PM	Luton Airport	Luton Airport	3:20 AM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	Economy	$20	A Bus from National Express goes from Luton Airport, Luton Airport (United Kingdom) at 9/1/2026 11:55:00 PM to Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/2/2026 3:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 25m
National Express	3h 50m	1:35 AM	Luton Airport	Luton Airport	5:25 AM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	Economy	$23	A Bus from National Express goes from Luton Airport, Luton Airport (United Kingdom) at 9/1/2026 1:35:00 AM to Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/1/2026 5:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 50m
National Express	3h 45m	4:25 PM	Luton Airport	Luton Airport	8:10 PM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	Economy	$23	A Bus from National Express goes from Luton Airport, Luton Airport (United Kingdom) at 9/1/2026 4:25:00 PM to Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/1/2026 8:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	3h 50m	1:35 AM	Luton Airport	Luton Airport	5:25 AM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	Economy	$20	A Bus from National Express goes from Luton Airport, Luton Airport (United Kingdom) at 9/2/2026 1:35:00 AM to Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/2/2026 5:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 50m
National Express	3h 35m	6:55 PM	Luton Airport	Luton Airport	10:30 PM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	Economy	$20	A Bus from National Express goes from Luton Airport, Luton Airport (United Kingdom) at 9/2/2026 6:55:00 PM to Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/2/2026 10:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 35m
FlixBus	5h 0m	6:05 AM	Luton Airport	Luton Airport Parkway Train Station	11:05 AM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	Economy	$20	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Luton Airport Parkway Train Station, Luton Airport (United Kingdom) at 9/2/2026 6:05:00 AM to Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/2/2026 11:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
FlixBus	6h 50m	2:20 PM	Luton Airport	Luton Airport Parkway Train Station	9:10 PM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	Economy	$20	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Luton Airport Parkway Train Station, Luton Airport (United Kingdom) at 9/2/2026 2:20:00 PM to Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/2/2026 9:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 50m
FlixBus	6h 35m	4:20 PM	Luton Airport	Luton Airport Parkway Train Station	10:55 PM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	Economy	$20	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Luton Airport Parkway Train Station, Luton Airport (United Kingdom) at 9/2/2026 4:20:00 PM to Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/2/2026 10:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 35m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Luton Airport to Derby is $20 on 9/2/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Luton Airport and Derby

See here how frequent the connections between Luton Airport and Derby are, during different times and days of the week.

Wednesday is the busiest day, with more than 20 daily buses from Luton Airport to Derby. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 12 daily coaches between Luton Airport and Derby.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 38 buses from Luton Airport to Derby, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Luton Airport and Derby, with 10 offers.

Facts about the bus from Luton Airport (LTN) to Derby

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 14 times every day by bus from Luton Airport to Derby in one click! Book your bus ticket from Luton Airport to Derby starting from $20!

Cheapest Bus	$20
Fastest Bus	3h 25m
Earliest Bus	1:35 AM
Latest Bus	11:55 PM
Daily Bus Routes	14 Ø
Distance	86.0 miles
Bus Companies	National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Luton Airport to Derby

Every day, 14 buses from 2 bus companies leave Luton Airport for Derby: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 08/27/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 08/23

Monday 08/24

Tuesday 08/25

Wednesday 08/26

Thursday 08/27

$20

Friday 08/28

$20

Saturday 08/29

$20

Sunday 08/30

$20

Monday 08/31

Tuesday 09/01

$20

Wednesday 09/02

$20

Thursday 09/03

$20

Friday 09/04

$20

Saturday 09/05

$20

Sunday 09/06

$20

Monday 09/07

$20

Tuesday 09/08

$23

Wednesday 09/09

$20

Thursday 09/10

$20

Friday 09/11

$23

Saturday 09/12

$20

Sunday 09/13

$20

Monday 09/14

$20

Tuesday 09/15

$23

Wednesday 09/16

$20

Thursday 09/17

$23

Friday 09/18

$20

Saturday 09/19

The cheapest time to travel from Luton Airport to Derby

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Luton Airport to Derby, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $20, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Luton Airport to Derby. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $20.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Luton Airport to Derby, with $20. Night is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $20.

How to save money travelling from Luton Airport to Derby

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Luton Airport to Derby in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Luton Airport to Derby, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Luton Airport to Derby are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Luton Airport to Derby

These are the most booked bus companies between Luton Airport to Derby from our users.

National Express from Luton Airport to Derby

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Luton Airport to Derby:

Cheapest Price	$20
Fastest Bus	3h 25m
Earliest Bus	1:35 AM
Last Bus	11:55 PM
Daily Connections	12 Ø
Found on	8/12/2026

All bus stations and stops in Luton Airport and Derby

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Luton Airport and Derby.

Luton Airport

Airport Approach Rd

Luton Airport Parkway Train Station

Riverlights Bus Station

Morledge 735

Central Bus Station

Pride Park

Donnington Park

Hollands Way

Service and Comfort on the bus from Luton Airport to Derby

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Luton Airport to Derby? Or which bus companies serve the route Luton Airport to Derby? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Luton Airport to Derby bus

How much does a Luton Airport Derby bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $20 and takes 5h 0m to reach Derby. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Luton Airport to Derby?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $20 and $42. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Derby.

On average, how many connections are available from Luton Airport to Derby each day?

Every day, the Luton Airport to Derby bus route is served by approximately 14 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Luton Airport to Derby take?

The fastest shuttle from Luton Airport to Derby is offered by National Express and takes 3h 25m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $23. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first shuttle from Luton Airport to Derby?

The earliest bus arriving in Derby from Luton Airport starts at 1:35 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last shuttle from Luton Airport to Derby?

The latest bus trip departing from Luton Airport for Derby starts at 11:55 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Luton Airport Derby route?

When traveling by shuttle from Luton Airport to Derby, passengers can travel with National Express and FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Luton Airport and Derby?

You can check all the direct connections between Luton Airport and Derby by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Luton Airport to Derby bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Luton Airport Derby bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a shuttle that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Luton Airport Derby bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the shuttle from Luton Airport to Derby on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Luton Airport to Derby?

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How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Luton Airport to Derby?

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Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Luton Airport to Derby

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Luton Airport and to Derby

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Luton Airport and to Derby. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!