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

The cheapest way to get from Derby to Aberystwyth is to bus which costs £26 - £65 and takes 6h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Derby to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Derby and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Derby station to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Derby and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Derby to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Derby and arriving at Aberystwyth via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 44m.

How far is it from Derby to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Derby and Aberystwyth is 165 miles. The road distance is 145.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Derby to Aberystwyth without a car is to train which takes 4h 44m and costs £30 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 4h 44m to get from Derby to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Derby to Aberystwyth bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Derby to Aberystwyth train from?

Derby to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Derby station.

Train or bus from Derby to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Derby to Aberystwyth is to train which takes 4h 44m and costs £30 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £65 and takes 6h 20m.

Where does the Derby to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Derby to Aberystwyth train arrive?

Derby to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Derby to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Derby to Aberystwyth is 146 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Derby to Aberystwyth.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Aberystwyth?

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Derby to Aberystwyth - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Derby to Aberystwyth by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Derby to Birmingham New StreetNottingham - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to AberystwythBirmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
4h 44m
£32–82
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station133 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2409
6h 20m
£27–62
Drive 144.9 mi
1. Drive from Derby to Aberystwyth144.9 mi
2h 50m
£36–51

Derby to Aberystwyth by train

48Weekly Trains

4h 44mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Derby to Aberystwyth.

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Distance: 164.4 mi
Duration: 4h 44m

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

You can take a train from Derby to Aberystwyth via Birmingham New Street in around 4h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Birmingham Coach Station in around 6h 20m.

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