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

The cheapest way to get from Derby to Ludlow is to drive which costs £18 - £28 and takes 1h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Derby to Ludlow is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs £18 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Derby and Ludlow?

No, there is no direct bus from Derby station to Ludlow. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Ludlow Fish Bar via Birmingham Coach Station, Colmore Row, Halesowen Bus Station and Kidderminster Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Derby and Ludlow?

No, there is no direct train from Derby to Ludlow. However, there are services departing from Derby and arriving at Ludlow via Birmingham New Street and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.

How far is it from Derby to Ludlow?

The distance between Derby and Ludlow is 111 miles. The road distance is 77.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Derby to Ludlow without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 2h 52m and costs £45 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 2h 52m to get from Derby to Ludlow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Derby to Ludlow bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Derby to Ludlow train from?

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

Train or bus from Derby to Ludlow?

The best way to get from Derby to Ludlow is to train via Birmingham which takes 2h 52m and costs £45 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 48m.

Where does the Derby to Ludlow bus arrive?

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

Where does the Derby to Ludlow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Derby to Ludlow?

Yes, the driving distance between Derby to Ludlow is 77 miles. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Derby to Ludlow.

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

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Where can I stay near Ludlow?

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

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

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Derby to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Ludlowtrain
2h 52m
£45–87
Drive 76.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Derby to Ludlowcar 76.8 mi
1h 41m
£19–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 134 / ...
2. Take the bus from Kidderminster Bus Station to Ludlow Fish Barbus 292
5h 48m
Train
1. Take the train from Derby to Crewetrain Lincoln Central - Crewe / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Ludlowtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
2h 58m
£48–77

Derby to Ludlow by train

189Weekly Trains

2h 52mAverage Duration

£45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 110.7 mi
Duration: 2h 52m

What companies run services between Derby, England and Ludlow, England?

You can take a train from Derby to Ludlow via Birmingham New Street and Shrewsbury in around 2h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Ludlow Fish Bar via Birmingham Coach Station, Church Centre, Colmore Row, Halesowen Bus Station, and Kidderminster Bus Station in around 5h 48m.

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