What is the cheapest way to get from Barry to Derby?

The cheapest way to get from Barry to Derby is to bus and train which costs £22 - £60 and takes 7h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Barry to Derby?

The fastest way to get from Barry to Derby is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Barry and Derby?

No, there is no direct bus from Barry to Derby station. However, there are services departing from Park Hotel and arriving at Bus Station via Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 3, Sophia Gardens and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Barry and Derby?

No, there is no direct train from Barry to Derby. However, there are services departing from Barry and arriving at Derby via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.

How far is it from Barry to Derby?

The distance between Barry and Derby is 158 miles. The road distance is 155.6 miles.

How do I travel from Barry to Derby without a car?

The best way to get from Barry to Derby without a car is to train which takes 4h 7m and costs £45 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Barry to Derby?

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Barry to Derby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barry to Derby bus from?

Barry to Derby bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Barry to Derby train from?

Barry to Derby train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Barry to Derby?

The best way to get from Barry to Derby is to train which takes 4h 7m and costs £45 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £65 and takes 7h 3m.

Where does the Barry to Derby bus arrive?

Barry to Derby bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Barry to Derby train arrive?

Barry to Derby train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Derby station.

Can I drive from Barry to Derby?

Yes, the driving distance between Barry to Derby is 156 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Barry to Derby.

How do I get a train ticket from Barry to Derby?

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Where can I stay near Derby?

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Barry to Derby - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Barry to Derby by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to DerbyCardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
4h 7m
£50–157
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Newhall StUk077 / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to DerbyBirmingham New Street - Nottingham / ...
7h 27m
£22–58
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Station111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station134 / ...
7h 3m
£23–62
Drive 154.7 mi
1. Drive from Barry to Derby154.7 mi
2h 57m
£39–57

Barry to Derby by train

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Distance: 156.9 mi
Duration: 4h 7m

What companies run services between Barry, Wales and Derby, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Cardiff Central to Derby hourly. Tickets cost £45–150 and the journey takes 2h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Park Hotel to Bus Station via Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 3, Talbot Street, Sophia Gardens, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 7h 3m.

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