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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Derby and Brecon?

No, there is no direct bus from Derby station to Brecon. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Brecon Interchange 1 via Birmingham Coach Station and Newtown Bus Station Stand 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 28m.

How far is it from Derby to Brecon?

The distance between Derby and Brecon is 141 miles. The road distance is 122.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Derby to Brecon without a car is to train and bus via Abergavenny which takes 5h 20m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 20m to get from Derby to Brecon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Derby to Brecon bus from?

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

Where does the Derby to Brecon bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Derby to Brecon?

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

Where can I stay near Brecon?

There are 744+ hotels available in Brecon.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Derby to Brecon 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, bus via Abergavenny
best
1. Take the train from Derby to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Herefordtrain
3. Take the bus from Station Road to Brecon Interchange 4bus X43
5h 20m
Drive 121.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Derby to Breconcar 121.7 mi
2h 42m
£30–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 134 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2bus 409
3. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to Brecon Interchange 1bus T4
7h 28m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Derby to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Herefordtrain
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Brecon Interchangebus X44 / ...
5h 24m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 140.3 mi
Duration: 5h 20m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Brecon Interchange 1 via Birmingham Coach Station and Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 in around 7h 28m.

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