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 43m.

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 43m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Brecon and Derby?

No, there is no direct bus from Brecon to Derby station. However, there are services departing from Brecon Interchange 2 and arriving at Bus Station via Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 49m.

How far is it from Brecon to Derby?

The distance between Brecon and Derby is 136 miles. The road distance is 121.6 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 54m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 54m to get from Brecon to Derby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brecon to Derby bus from?

Brecon to Derby bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, depart from Brecon Interchange 2 station.

Train or bus from Brecon to Derby?

The best way to get from Brecon to Derby is to bus which takes 7h 49m and costs . Alternatively, you can train via Crewe, which costs £50 - £80 and takes 5h 26m.

Where does the Brecon to Derby bus arrive?

Brecon to Derby bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, arrive at Newtown Bus Station Stand 2.

Can I drive from Brecon to Derby?

Yes, the driving distance between Brecon to Derby is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Brecon to Derby.

Where can I stay near Derby?

There are 2104+ hotels available in Derby.

Brecon to Derby - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Brecon to Derby by bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Brecon Interchange to Railway StationX44 / ...
2. Take the train from Hereford to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Derby
4h 54m
Drive 120.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Brecon to Derby120.9 mi
2h 43m
£31–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Brecon Interchange 2 to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2T4
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to Birmingham Coach Station409
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station134 / ...
7h 49m
Bus, train via Abergavenny
1. Take the bus from Brecon Interchange 4 to Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 4X43 / ...
2. Take the train from Hereford to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Derby
4h 56m
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Abergavenny to CreweCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to DerbyCrewe - Lincoln Central / ...
5h 26m
£52–80
Train
1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff CentralMerthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to DerbyCardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
5h 39m
£46–160

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 135.6 mi
Duration: 4h 54m

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

You can take a bus from Brecon Interchange 2 to Bus Station via Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 and Birmingham Coach Station in around 7h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Brecon Interchange 4 to Derby via Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 4, Abergavenny, and Crewe in around 5h 26m.

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