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

The cheapest way to get from Derby to Harlech is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Derby to Harlech is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Derby and Harlech?

No, there is no direct bus from Derby station to Harlech. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Maes Parcio Cefn-coed via Birmingham Coach Station, Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 and Minffordd station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Derby and Harlech?

No, there is no direct train from Derby to Harlech. However, there are services departing from Derby and arriving at Harlech via Birmingham New Street and Machynlleth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 39m.

How far is it from Derby to Harlech?

The distance between Derby and Harlech is 181 miles. The road distance is 135.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Derby to Harlech without a car is to train which takes 6h 39m and costs £70 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 6h 39m to get from Derby to Harlech, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Derby to Harlech bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Derby to Harlech train from?

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

Train or bus from Derby to Harlech?

The best way to get from Derby to Harlech is to train which takes 6h 39m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 10h 36m.

Where does the Derby to Harlech bus arrive?

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

Where does the Derby to Harlech train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Derby to Harlech?

Yes, the driving distance between Derby to Harlech is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Derby to Harlech.

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

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Where can I stay near Harlech?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Derby to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Machynllethtrain
3. Take the train from Machynlleth to Harlechtrain
6h 39m
£74–123
Drive 134.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Derby to Harlechcar 134.4 mi
2h 48m
£34–48
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 4 to Minffordd stationbus T2
10h 36m

Derby to Harlech by train

53Weekly Trains

6h 39mAverage Duration

£74Cheapest Price

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Distance: 179.5 mi
Duration: 6h 39m

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

You can take a train from Derby to Harlech via Birmingham New Street and Machynlleth in around 6h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Maes Parcio Cefn-coed via Birmingham Coach Station, Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4, and Minffordd station in around 10h 36m.

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