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

The cheapest way to get from Derby to Bridgend is to bus which costs £29 - £70 and takes 5h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Derby to Bridgend is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Derby and Bridgend?

No, there is no direct bus from Derby station to Bridgend. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Sarn Odeon via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Derby and Bridgend?

No, there is no direct train from Derby to Bridgend. However, there are services departing from Derby and arriving at Bridgend via Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

How far is it from Derby to Bridgend?

The distance between Derby and Bridgend is 179 miles. The road distance is 161.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Derby to Bridgend without a car is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs £50 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 12m to get from Derby to Bridgend, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Derby to Bridgend bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Derby to Bridgend train from?

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

Train or bus from Derby to Bridgend?

The best way to get from Derby to Bridgend is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs £50 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £70 and takes 5h 40m.

Where does the Derby to Bridgend bus arrive?

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

Where does the Derby to Bridgend train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Derby to Bridgend?

Yes, the driving distance between Derby to Bridgend is 162 miles. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Derby to Bridgend.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Bridgend?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Derby to Bristol ParkwayEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to BridgendLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 12m
£53–142
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station133 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sarn Odeon111 / ...
5h 40m
£30–67
Drive 160.8 mi
1. Drive from Derby to Bridgend160.8 mi
2h 55m
£40–57
Train via Newport
1. Take the train from Derby to Newport (S Wales)Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to BridgendLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 22m
£68–120

Derby to Bridgend by train

141Weekly Trains

3h 12mAverage Duration

£53Cheapest Price

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Distance: 178 mi
Duration: 3h 12m

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

You can take a train from Derby to Bridgend via Bristol Parkway in around 3h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Sarn Odeon via Birmingham Coach Station in around 5h 40m.

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