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

The cheapest way to get from Porthcawl to Derby is to bus which costs £27 - £65 and takes 7h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Porthcawl to Derby is to drive which takes 3h 2m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Porthcawl and Derby?

No, there is no direct bus from Porthcawl to Derby station. However, there are services departing from Griffin Park and arriving at Bus Station via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 6, Sarn Odeon and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 23m.

How far is it from Porthcawl to Derby?

The distance between Porthcawl and Derby is 184 miles. The road distance is 169.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Porthcawl to Derby without a car is to train which takes 4h 36m and costs £60 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 36m to get from Porthcawl to Derby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porthcawl to Derby bus from?

Porthcawl to Derby bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sarn Odeon station.

Train or bus from Porthcawl to Derby?

The best way to get from Porthcawl to Derby is to train which takes 4h 36m and costs £60 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £65 and takes 7h 23m.

Where does the Porthcawl to Derby bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Porthcawl to Derby?

Yes, the driving distance between Porthcawl to Derby is 169 miles. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Porthcawl to Derby.

Where can I stay near Derby?

There are 2099+ hotels available in Derby.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Bridgend to Bristol ParkwaySwansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to DerbyPlymouth - Sheffield / ...
4h 36m
£62–149
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to Birmingham Coach Station111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station134 / ...
7h 23m
£27–63
Drive 168.3 mi
1. Drive from Porthcawl to Derby168.3 mi
3h 2m
£42–61
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Porthcawl Library to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2X2
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to DerbyCardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
5h 25m

Porthcawl to Derby by bus and train

106Weekly Services

4h 36mAverage Duration

£62Cheapest Price

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Distance: 183.1 mi
Duration: 4h 36m

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

You can take a bus from Northways to Derby via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 9, Bridgend, and Bristol Parkway in around 4h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Griffin Park to Bus Station via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 6, Sarn Odeon, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 7h 23m.

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