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

The cheapest way to get from Caernarfon to Derby is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Caernarfon to Derby is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Caernarfon and Derby?

No, there is no direct train from Caernarfon to Derby. However, there are services departing from Bangor (Gwynedd) and arriving at Derby via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

How far is it from Caernarfon to Derby?

The distance between Caernarfon and Derby is 141 miles. The road distance is 141.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Caernarfon to Derby without a car is to train which takes 5h 1m and costs £45 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 5h 1m to get from Caernarfon to Derby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caernarfon to Derby train from?

Caernarfon to Derby train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Bangor (Gwynedd) station.

Where does the Caernarfon to Derby train arrive?

Caernarfon to Derby train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Caernarfon to Derby?

Yes, the driving distance between Caernarfon to Derby is 141 miles. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Caernarfon to Derby.

Where can I stay near Derby?

There are 2301+ hotels available in Derby.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bangor (Gwynedd) to Crewetrain Holyhead - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Derbytrain Crewe - Lincoln Central / ...
5h 1m
£49–78
Drive 140.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Caernarfon to Derbycar 140.4 mi
2h 39m
£35–50
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Caernarfon Bus Station Stand B to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 5bus 1
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 409
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Derbytrain
8h 36m
£47–73
Bus, train via Machynlleth
1. Take the bus from Turf Square to Bus Depotbus T2
2. Take the train from Machynlleth to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Derbytrain
6h 35m
£55–91

Caernarfon to Derby by bus and train

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Distance: 139.8 mi
Duration: 5h 1m

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

You can take a bus from Caernarfon Bus Station Stand B to Derby via Bangor station, Bangor (Gwynedd), and Crewe in around 5h 1m.

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