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

The cheapest way to get from Guildford to Derby is to bus via Milton Keynes which costs £30 - £55 and takes 7h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Guildford to Derby is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Guildford and Derby?

No, there is no direct bus from Guildford station to Derby station. However, there are services departing from Guildford station and arriving at Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

Is there a direct train between Guildford and Derby?

No, there is no direct train from Guildford to Derby. However, there are services departing from Guildford and arriving at Derby via Waterloo station and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

How far is it from Guildford to Derby?

The distance between Guildford and Derby is 161 miles. The road distance is 146.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Guildford to Derby without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 26m and costs £50 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Guildford to Derby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Guildford to Derby bus from?

Guildford to Derby bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, depart from Guildford station.

Where do I catch the Guildford to Derby train from?

Guildford to Derby train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Guildford station.

Train or bus from Guildford to Derby?

The best way to get from Guildford to Derby is to train via London which takes 3h 26m and costs £50 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h.

Where does the Guildford to Derby bus arrive?

Guildford to Derby bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Guildford to Derby train arrive?

Guildford to Derby train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Guildford to Derby?

Yes, the driving distance between Guildford to Derby is 146 miles. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Guildford to Derby.

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

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Where can I stay near Derby?

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

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Guildford to London WaterlooGuildford - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to DerbyLondon St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
3h 26m
£51–172
Bus via Milton Keynes
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Milton Keynes Coachway230 / ...
2. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Bus Station230 / ...
7h 14m
£31–52
Bus
1. Take the bus from Guildford station to Heathrow Terminal 2Ra2
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus StationUk900 / ...
6h
Drive 145.4 mi
1. Drive from Guildford to Derby145.4 mi
2h 31m
£36–52
Train
1. Take the train from Guildford to ReadingGatwick Airport - Reading / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to DerbyReading - Newcastle / ...
3h 58m
£44–143

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Guildford to Derby.

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Distance: 160.2 mi
Duration: 3h 26m

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

You can take a train from Guildford to Derby via London Waterloo, Waterloo station, Euston station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Guildford station to Bus Station via Heathrow Terminal 2 and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 6h.

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