The average bus between Derby and Watford Junction takes 4h 46m and the fastest bus takes 4h 2m. The bus service runs several times per day from Derby to Watford Junction. 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 Junction. 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 Junction at 11:52 PM. All services require a transfer at London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) and take an average of 4h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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5h 24m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Derby to Watford Junction? 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 Junction. However, there are services departing from Derby Bus Station and arriving at London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) station via London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.
Derby to Watford Junction bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Derby Bus Station.
Derby to Watford Junction bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) station.
The distance between Derby and Watford Junction is 158.2 km. The road distance is 178 km.
FlixBus operates a bus from Derby Bus Station to London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) every 3 hours. Tickets cost £16–25 and the journey takes 3h 20m.