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

The cheapest way to get from Derby to Melksham is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Derby to Melksham is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Derby and Melksham?

No, there is no direct bus from Derby station to Melksham. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at The Bear via Birmingham Coach Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Derby and Melksham?

No, there is no direct train from Derby to Melksham. However, there are services departing from Derby and arriving at Melksham via Bristol Parkway and Swindon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

How far is it from Derby to Melksham?

The distance between Derby and Melksham is 156 miles. The road distance is 129.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Derby to Melksham without a car is to train and line 272 bus which takes 3h 16m and costs £70 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 3h 16m to get from Derby to Melksham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Derby to Melksham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Derby to Melksham train from?

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

Train or bus from Derby to Melksham?

The best way to get from Derby to Melksham is to bus which takes 5h 55m and costs £35 - £55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £90 - £230 and takes 3h 58m.

Where does the Derby to Melksham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Derby to Melksham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Derby to Melksham?

Yes, the driving distance between Derby to Melksham is 130 miles. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Derby to Melksham.

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

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Where can I stay near Melksham?

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Derby to Melksham - 4 ways to travel via train, line 272 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train, line 272 bus
best
1. Take the train from Derby to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to The Bearbus 271 / ...
3h 16m
£72–186
Drive 129 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Derby to Melkshamcar 129 mi
2h 41m
£32–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 134 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 100 / ...
5h 55m
£37–52
Train
1. Take the train from Derby to Bristol Parkwaytrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Swindontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
3h 58m
£94–226

Derby to Melksham by train and bus

112Weekly Services

3h 16mAverage Duration

£72Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Derby to Melksham.

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Distance: 154.8 mi
Duration: 3h 16m

What companies run services between Derby, England and Melksham, Wiltshire, England?

You can take a bus from Bus Station to The Bear via Birmingham Coach Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 5h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Derby to Melksham via Bristol Parkway and Swindon in around 3h 58m.

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