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 £28 - £45 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 £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Rhayader and Derby?

No, there is no direct bus from Rhayader to Derby station. However, there are services departing from Rhayader Central Car Park and arriving at Bus Station via Black Lion Hotel and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 34m.

How far is it from Rhayader to Derby?

The distance between Rhayader and Derby is 149 miles. The road distance is 116.1 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 3m and costs £26 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 5h 3m to get from Rhayader to Derby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rhayader to Derby bus from?

Rhayader to Derby bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Black Lion Hotel station.

Train or bus from Rhayader to Derby?

The best way to get from Rhayader to Derby is to train which takes 5h 3m and costs £26 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £50 and takes 6h 34m.

Where does the Rhayader to Derby bus arrive?

Rhayader to Derby bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach 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 2090+ hotels available in Derby.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Rhayader 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 Llandrindod to Shrewsbury
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Derby
5h 3m
£26–64
Bus, train via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Rhayader Central Car Park to Bus StationX75
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Derby
5h 18m
Drive 115.4 mi
1. Drive from Rhayader to Derby115.4 mi
2h 31m
£29–42
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Rhayader Central Car Park to Bus StationX75
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Crewe
3. Take the train from Crewe to Derby
6h 23m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Black Lion Hotel to Birmingham Coach Station409
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station134 / ...
6h 34m
£28–47

Rhayader to Derby by bus and train

38Weekly Services

5h 3mAverage Duration

£26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 147.9 mi
Duration: 5h 3m

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 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rhayader Central Car Park to Bus Station via Post Office, Black Lion Hotel, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 6h 34m.

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