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

The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Derby is to bus and train which costs £11 - £35 and takes 3h.

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

The fastest way to get from Bristol to Derby is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs £26 - £220.

Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Derby?

No, there is no direct bus from Bristol station to Derby station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Bristol and Derby?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bristol Temple Meads and arriving at Derby. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 3m.

How far is it from Bristol to Derby?

The distance between Bristol and Derby is 129 miles. The road distance is 127.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bristol to Derby without a car is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs £26 - £220.

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

The train from Bristol Temple Meads to Derby takes 2h 3m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Derby bus from?

Bristol to Derby bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Derby train from?

Bristol to Derby train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.

Train or bus from Bristol to Derby?

The best way to get from Bristol to Derby is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs £26 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £40 and takes 4h 15m.

Where does the Bristol to Derby bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bristol to Derby train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bristol to Derby?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol to Derby is 127 miles. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Bristol to Derby.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Bristol to Derby?

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Where can I stay near Derby?

There are 2126+ hotels available in Derby.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Bristol to Derby by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Derbytrain Plymouth - Sheffield / ...
2h 3m
£26–220
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus Uk070 / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Derbytrain Birmingham New Street - Nottingham / ...
3h
£12–34
Drive 126.6 mi
1. Drive from Bristol to Derbycar 126.6 mi
2h 16m
£31–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 100 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 134 / ...
4h 15m
£15–35

Bristol to Derby by train

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Distance: 128.5 mi
Duration: 2h 3m

What companies run services between Bristol, England and Derby, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Derby hourly. Tickets cost £26–220 and the journey takes 2h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station in around 4h 15m.

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