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

The cheapest way to get from Brecon to Derby is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brecon to Derby is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Brecon and Derby?

No, there is no direct train from Brecon to Derby. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Tydfil and arriving at Derby via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.

How far is it from Brecon to Derby?

The distance between Brecon and Derby is 137 miles. The road distance is 122.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brecon to Derby without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 52m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Brecon to Derby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brecon to Derby train from?

Brecon to Derby train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Merthyr Tydfil station.

Where does the Brecon to Derby train arrive?

Brecon to Derby train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Brecon to Derby?

Yes, the driving distance between Brecon to Derby is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Brecon to Derby.

Where can I stay near Derby?

There are 2317+ hotels available in Derby.

Brecon to Derby - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Brecon to Derby by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Brecon Interchange to Railway Stationbus X44 / ...
2. Take the train from Hereford to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Derbytrain
4h 52m
Drive 121.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Brecon to Derbycar 121.7 mi
2h 42m
£31–44
Bus, train via Newtown
1. Take the bus from Brecon Interchange 2 to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2bus T4
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 409
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Derbytrain
6h 43m
£38–75
Bus, train via Abergavenny
1. Take the bus from Brecon Interchange 4 to Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 4bus X43 / ...
2. Take the train from Hereford to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Derbytrain
4h 54m
Train
1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Centraltrain Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Derbytrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
5h 42m
£76–116

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Distance: 135.7 mi
Duration: 4h 52m

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

You can take a bus from Free Street to Derby via Merthyr Bus Station 7, Merthyr Tydfil, and Cardiff Central in around 5h 42m.

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