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

The cheapest way to get from Carmarthen to Derby is to bus which costs £28 - £65 and takes 7h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carmarthen to Derby is to drive which takes 3h 33m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Carmarthen and Derby?

No, there is no direct bus from Carmarthen to Derby station. However, there are services departing from Rose and Crown and arriving at Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Carmarthen and Derby?

No, there is no direct train from Carmarthen to Derby. However, there are services departing from Carmarthen and arriving at Derby via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 31m.

How far is it from Carmarthen to Derby?

The distance between Carmarthen and Derby is 227 miles. The road distance is 165.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carmarthen to Derby without a car is to train which takes 5h 31m and costs £45 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 31m to get from Carmarthen to Derby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carmarthen to Derby bus from?

Carmarthen to Derby bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Rose and Crown station.

Where do I catch the Carmarthen to Derby train from?

Carmarthen to Derby train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Carmarthen station.

Train or bus from Carmarthen to Derby?

The best way to get from Carmarthen to Derby is to train which takes 5h 31m and costs £45 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £65 and takes 7h 25m.

Where does the Carmarthen to Derby bus arrive?

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

Where does the Carmarthen to Derby train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carmarthen to Derby?

Yes, the driving distance between Carmarthen to Derby is 166 miles. It takes approximately 3h 33m to drive from Carmarthen to Derby.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Derby?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carmarthen to Cardiff CentralMilford Haven - Crewe / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to DerbyCardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
5h 31m
£46–178
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rose and Crown to Birmingham Coach Station112
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station134 / ...
7h 25m
£28–62
Drive 164.6 mi
1. Drive from Carmarthen to Derby164.6 mi
3h 33m
£42–60
Train via Hereford
1. Take the train from Carmarthen to Hereford
2. Take the train from Hereford to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Derby
6h 10m
£79–148

Carmarthen to Derby by train

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Distance: 225.6 mi
Duration: 5h 31m

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

You can take a train from Carmarthen to Derby via Cardiff Central in around 5h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rose and Crown to Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station in around 7h 25m.

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