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

The cheapest way to get from Rhayader to Derby is to drive which costs £27 - £40 and takes 2h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rhayader to Derby is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Rhayader and Derby?

No, there is no direct train from Rhayader to Derby. However, there are services departing from Llandrindod and arriving at Derby via Shrewsbury and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.

How far is it from Rhayader to Derby?

The distance between Rhayader and Derby is 149 miles. The road distance is 115.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rhayader to Derby without a car is to train which takes 5h 2m and costs £55 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 2m to get from Rhayader to Derby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rhayader to Derby train from?

Rhayader to Derby train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Llandrindod station.

Where does the Rhayader to Derby train arrive?

Rhayader to Derby train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.

Can I drive from Rhayader to Derby?

Yes, the driving distance between Rhayader to Derby is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Rhayader to Derby.

Where can I stay near Derby?

There are 2365+ hotels available in Derby.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Llandrindod to Shrewsburytrain
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Derbytrain
5h 2m
£57–110
Drive 115.1 mi
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1. Drive from Rhayader to Derbycar 115.1 mi
2h 31m
£28–41
Bus, train via Shrewsbury
1. Take the bus from Rhayader Central Car Park to Bus Stationbus X75
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Derbytrain
5h 18m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Black Lion Hotel to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 409
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Derbytrain Birmingham New Street - Nottingham / ...
5h 39m
£41–81

Rhayader to Derby by bus and train

37Weekly Services

5h 2mAverage Duration

£57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 147.9 mi
Duration: 5h 2m

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

You can take a bus from Bryn Gwy to Derby via Llandrindod Wells Tesco, Llandrindod, Shrewsbury, and Birmingham New Street in around 5h 2m.

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