The average train between Derby and Bridgend takes 3h 29m and the fastest train takes 2h 52m. There is a train service every few hours from Derby to Bridgend. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Derby and Bridgend. The earliest departure is at 6:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Derby is at 9:32 PM which arrives into Bridgend at 1:29 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Derby to Bridgend. However, there are services departing from Derby station and arriving at Bridgend station via Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.
Derby to Bridgend train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Derby station.
Derby to Bridgend train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bridgend station.
Book your Derby to Bridgend train tickets online with Cross Country and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Derby and Bridgend is 212.8 km. The road distance is 286 km.
You can take a train from Derby to Bridgend via Bristol Parkway in around 3h 27m.