The average train between Derby and Llanelli takes 4h 39m and the fastest train takes 4h 14m. There is a train service every few hours from Derby to Llanelli. 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 Llanelli. The earliest departure is at 6:49 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Derby is at 7:43 PM which arrives into Llanelli at 1:06 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Derby to Llanelli. However, there are services departing from Derby station and arriving at Llanelli station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.
Derby to Llanelli train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Derby station.
Derby to Llanelli train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Llanelli station.
Book your Derby to Llanelli train tickets online with Cross Country, Transport for Wales and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Derby and Llanelli is 228.8 km. The road distance is 330 km.
You can take a train from Derby to Llanelli via Cardiff Central in around 4h 46m.