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

The cheapest way to get from Derby to Rhayader is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Derby to Rhayader is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Derby and Rhayader?

No, there is no direct bus from Derby station to Rhayader. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Rhayader Central Car Park via Birmingham Coach Station and Black Lion Hotel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 38m.

How far is it from Derby to Rhayader?

The distance between Derby and Rhayader is 148 miles. The road distance is 116.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Derby to Rhayader without a car is to train and bus via Birmingham which takes 5h 37m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 37m to get from Derby to Rhayader, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Derby to Rhayader bus from?

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

Train or bus from Derby to Rhayader?

The best way to get from Derby to Rhayader is to train which takes 5h 54m and costs £22 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 6h 38m.

Where does the Derby to Rhayader bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Derby to Rhayader?

Yes, the driving distance between Derby to Rhayader is 117 miles. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Derby to Rhayader.

Where can I stay near Rhayader?

There are 430+ hotels available in Rhayader.

Derby to Rhayader - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Derby to Rhayader by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Derby to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsbury
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rhayader Central Car ParkX75
5h 37m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Derby to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsbury
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Llandrindod
5h 54m
£22–69
Drive 115.9 mi
1. Drive from Derby to Rhayader115.9 mi
2h 31m
£29–41
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Derby to Crewe
2. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsbury
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rhayader Central Car ParkX75
6h 8m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station133 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Post Office409
6h 38m
£33–50

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Derby to Rhayader.

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Distance: 147.4 mi
Duration: 5h 37m

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

You can take a train from Derby to Rhayader Central Car Park via Birmingham New Street, Shrewsbury, Llandrindod, and Llandrindod Wells Interchange Stand 1 in around 5h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Rhayader Central Car Park via Birmingham Coach Station, Post Office, and Black Lion Hotel in around 6h 38m.

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