The average train between Derby and Portmeirion takes 7h 11m and the fastest train takes 5h 7m. The train service runs several times per day from Derby to Portmeirion. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Derby and Portmeirion. The earliest departure is at 7:28 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Derby is at 10:50 PM which arrives into Portmeirion at 10:42 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 7h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
Arrives next day


13h 10m • 2 changes
Arrives next day


11h 52m • 2 changes


5h 15m • 2 changes


5h 16m • 2 changes


5h 12m • 2 changes


5h 18m • 2 changes


5h 15m • 2 changes


5h 16m • 2 changes


5h 12m • 2 changes


5h 18m • 2 changes


5h 15m • 2 changes


5h 16m • 2 changes


5h 12m • 2 changes


5h 18m • 2 changes


5h 15m • 2 changes


5h 16m • 2 changes


5h 12m • 2 changes


5h 18m • 2 changes


5h 15m • 2 changes


5h 16m • 2 changes


5h 12m • 2 changes


5h 17m • 2 changes
Want to know about travelling from Derby to Portmeirion? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Derby to Portmeirion. However, there are services departing from Derby station and arriving at Portmeirion station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 11m.
Derby to Portmeirion train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Derby station.
Derby to Portmeirion train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Minffordd station.
Book your Derby to Portmeirion train tickets online with Cross Country and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Derby and Portmeirion is 175.8 km. The road distance is 299 km.
You can take a train from Derby to Minffordd via Birmingham New Street and Machynlleth in around 7h.