What is the cheapest way to get from Brecon Beacons to Derby?

The cheapest way to get from Brecon Beacons to Derby is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Brecon Beacons to Derby?

The fastest way to get from Brecon Beacons to Derby is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Brecon Beacons and Derby?

No, there is no direct train from Brecon Beacons to Derby. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Tydfil and arriving at Derby via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

How far is it from Brecon Beacons to Derby?

The distance between Brecon Beacons and Derby is 185 miles. The road distance is 132.2 miles.

How do I travel from Brecon Beacons to Derby without a car?

The best way to get from Brecon Beacons to Derby without a car is to train which takes 4h 56m and costs £110 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Brecon Beacons to Derby?

It takes approximately 4h 56m to get from Brecon Beacons to Derby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brecon Beacons to Derby train from?

Brecon Beacons to Derby train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Merthyr Tydfil station.

Where does the Brecon Beacons to Derby train arrive?

Brecon Beacons to Derby train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Brecon Beacons to Derby?

Yes, the driving distance between Brecon Beacons to Derby is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Brecon Beacons to Derby.

Where can I stay near Derby?

There are 2322+ hotels available in Derby.

Brecon Beacons to Derby - 4 ways to travel via train, car, bus, and line 43 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Centraltrain Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Derbytrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
4h 56m
£110–158
Drive 131.4 mi
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1. Drive from Brecon Beacons to Derbycar 131.4 mi
2h 51m
£33–47
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Brecon Interchange to Railway Stationbus X44 / ...
2. Take the train from Hereford to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Derbytrain
5h 8m
Line 43 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Barracks to Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 4bus 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Abergavenny to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Derbytrain
6h 6m

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Distance: 183.6 mi
Duration: 4h 56m

What companies run services between Brecon Beacons, Wales and Derby, England?

You can take a vehicle from Brecon Beacons to Derby via Merthyr Tydfil and Cardiff Central in around 4h 56m.

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