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

The cheapest way to get from Derby to Cardigan is to bus which costs £30 - £70 and takes 8h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Derby to Cardigan is to drive which takes 3h 45m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Derby and Cardigan?

No, there is no direct bus from Derby station to Cardigan. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Finch Square C via Birmingham Coach Station and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 33m.

How far is it from Derby to Cardigan?

The distance between Derby and Cardigan is 212 miles. The road distance is 180.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Derby to Cardigan without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 11m and costs £29 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 7h 11m to get from Derby to Cardigan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Derby to Cardigan bus from?

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

Where does the Derby to Cardigan bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Derby to Cardigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Derby to Cardigan is 180 miles. It takes approximately 3h 45m to drive from Derby to Cardigan.

Where can I stay near Cardigan?

There are 792+ hotels available in Cardigan.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Derby to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Aberystwythtrain
3. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Finch Square Cbus T5
7h 11m
£30–120
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 134 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2bus 409
3. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Finch Square Cbus T5
8h 33m
£32–67
Drive 179.3 mi
1. Drive from Derby to Cardigancar 179.3 mi
3h 45m
£44–64
Train, bus via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Derby to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Carmarthentrain
3. Take the bus from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 9 to Cardigan Rugby Clubbus 460
7h 23m
£57–209

Derby to Cardigan by train and bus

54Weekly Services

7h 11mAverage Duration

£30Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 211 mi
Duration: 7h 11m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Finch Square C via Birmingham Coach Station and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 in around 8h 33m.

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