The average bus between Derby and Lewes takes 8h 17m and the fastest bus takes 7h 29m. The bus service runs several times per day from Derby to Lewes. 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 Lewes. The earliest departure is at 3:10 AM at night, and the last departure from Derby is at 7:50 PM which arrives into Lewes at 3:38 AM. All services require a transfer at London Victoria and take an average of 8h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Derby to Lewes? 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 Lewes. However, there are services departing from Derby station and arriving at Lewes station via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 17m.
Derby to Lewes bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Derby Bus Station.
Derby to Lewes bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Old Steine station.
Book your Derby to Lewes bus tickets online with FlixBus, National Express and Brighton & Hove.
The distance between Derby and Lewes is 249.6 km. The road distance is 381 km.
You can take a bus from Derby Bus Station to High Street via London Victoria, Old Steine, and Royal Pavilion in around 8h 5m.