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

The cheapest way to get from Pontypridd to Derby is to bus and train which costs £22 - £65 and takes 7h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontypridd to Derby is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Pontypridd and Derby?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontypridd to Derby station. However, there are services departing from Catherine Street E2 and arriving at Bus Station via Kingsway GD, Kingsway K14 and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Pontypridd and Derby?

No, there is no direct train from Pontypridd to Derby. However, there are services departing from Pontypridd and arriving at Derby via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

How far is it from Pontypridd to Derby?

The distance between Pontypridd and Derby is 162 miles. The road distance is 149 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontypridd to Derby without a car is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs £40 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Pontypridd to Derby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontypridd to Derby bus from?

Pontypridd to Derby bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Kingsway K14 station.

Where do I catch the Pontypridd to Derby train from?

Pontypridd to Derby train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Pontypridd to Derby?

The best way to get from Pontypridd to Derby is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs £40 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £65 and takes 6h 49m.

Where does the Pontypridd to Derby bus arrive?

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

Where does the Pontypridd to Derby train arrive?

Pontypridd to Derby train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Derby station.

Can I drive from Pontypridd to Derby?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontypridd to Derby is 149 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Pontypridd to Derby.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to DerbyCardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
4h 12m
£44–160
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Newhall StUk077 / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to DerbyBirmingham New Street - Nottingham / ...
7h 9m
£22–61
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kingsway K14 to Birmingham Coach Station111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station134 / ...
6h 49m
£30–65
Drive 148.1 mi
1. Drive from Pontypridd to Derby148.1 mi
2h 51m
£37–54

Pontypridd to Derby by train

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Distance: 161.1 mi
Duration: 4h 12m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Cardiff Central to Derby hourly. Tickets cost £40–150 and the journey takes 2h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Catherine Street E2 to Bus Station via Greyfriars Road Stop GJ, Kingsway GD, Queensway Q1, Kingsway K14, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 6h 49m.

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