The average bus between Stafford and Derby takes 3h 32m and the fastest bus takes 2h 35m. The bus service runs several times per day from Stafford 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 Stafford and Derby. The earliest departure is at 7:35 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Stafford is at 6:20 PM which arrives into Derby at 7:40 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 35m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Stafford 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 Stafford to Derby. However, there are services departing from Cope Street station and arriving at Friar Gate station via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.
Stafford to Derby bus services, operated by Chaserider, depart from Cope Street station.
Stafford to Derby bus services, operated by Trent Barton, arrive at Friar Gate station.
The distance between Stafford and Derby is 44.9 km. The road distance is 53 km.
You can take a bus from Cope Street to Friar Gate via Bus Station in around 3h 3m.