What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Derbyshire?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Derbyshire is to bus which costs £30 - £60 and takes 7h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Derbyshire?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Derbyshire is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Derbyshire?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Derbyshire. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Whitworth Institute via St Margaret's Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Derbyshire?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Derbyshire. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Matlock via Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Cardiff to Derbyshire?

The distance between Cardiff and Derbyshire is 167 miles. The road distance is 165 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Derbyshire without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Derbyshire without a car is to train which takes 4h and costs £70 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Derbyshire?

It takes approximately 4h to get from Cardiff to Derbyshire, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Derbyshire bus from?

Cardiff to Derbyshire bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Derbyshire train from?

Cardiff to Derbyshire train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Derbyshire?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Derbyshire is to train which takes 4h and costs £70 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £60 and takes 7h 6m.

Where does the Cardiff to Derbyshire bus arrive?

Cardiff to Derbyshire bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Derbyshire train arrive?

Cardiff to Derbyshire train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Derby station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Derbyshire?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Derbyshire is 165 miles. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Cardiff to Derbyshire.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Derbyshire?

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Cardiff to Derbyshire - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Derbyshire by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Derbytrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
4h
£73–108
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus Cp2
2. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Whitworth Institutebus 6.1
7h 6m
£31–56
Drive 164 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Derbyshirecar 164 mi
3h 14m
£41–59
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Stockporttrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
5h 57m
£67–105

Cardiff to Derbyshire by train

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Distance: 165.6 mi
Duration: 4h

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Derbyshire, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Cardiff Central to Derby hourly. Tickets cost £65–100 and the journey takes 2h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Whitworth Institute via St Margaret's Bus Station and Bus Station in around 7h 6m.

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